Apple iPhone 16 vs OnePlus Nord 2T
The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 68/100 vs 53/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 is faster in AnTuTu (1,972,476 vs 1,017,976); the Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
OnePlus Nord 2T
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1972476 vs 1017976
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7700 vs 3281
- Lighter: 170g vs 190g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 63/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3561 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (69/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 15 points higher (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (84/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (78/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (79/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 | OnePlus Nord 2T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 1017976 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7700 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3561 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 147 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
- 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
- 3561 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 and OnePlus Nord 2T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 16 leads OnePlus Nord 2T by 93.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (84/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (78/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 (45/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (79/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone 16 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (84/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users.