Apple iPhone 16 vs Nubia NaviX Ultra
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Nubia NaviX Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia NaviX Ultra has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Nubia NaviX Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Nubia NaviX Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 208g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $845
- Better portability (79/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nubia NaviX Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7700
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Nubia NaviX Ultra, the Nubia NaviX Ultra scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra leads (85/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 — 50/100, Nubia NaviX Ultra — 98/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (79/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | Nubia NaviX Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 162.1×75.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Nubia NaviX Ultra
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and Nubia NaviX Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nubia NaviX Ultra leads Apple iPhone 16 by 50.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $46. Apple iPhone 16 was $46 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (96/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (85/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Nubia NaviX Ultra (79/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nubia NaviX Ultra — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 78/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Nubia NaviX Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Nubia NaviX Ultra?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Nubia NaviX Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.