Apple iPhone 16 vs Nubia Neo 5

The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 44/100 vs 31/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.

The Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Performance 46
Display 0
Camera 78
Battery 7
Design 87
Value for money 55
Nubia Neo 5
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 51
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?

  • Higher performance (46/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6050 vs 3561 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 7/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 13 points higher (44/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (51/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Apple iPhone 16: The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Neo 5: The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Nubia Neo 5
Processor Apple A18 Unisoc T9300
AnTuTu 1650000
Geekbench Single 3100
Geekbench Multi 7700
Display 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2556x1179 900x1940
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3561 mAh 6050 mAh
Charging 27W 45W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 147
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS iOS 18 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP64
Dimensions 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm
Weight 170 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
78
camera
Nubia Neo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
  • 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
  • 3561 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
7
battery
Nubia Neo 5
  • 6050 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16
$799
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (46/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (78/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (51/100 vs 7/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (87/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably better than the Nubia Neo 5 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (46/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Nubia Neo 5?

The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.