Apple iPhone 16e vs Nubia Neo 5
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Nubia Neo 5 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T9300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16e leads — 32/100 vs 31/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 5 has the bigger battery (6050 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.
Apple iPhone 16e
Nubia Neo 5
- Higher performance (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6050 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 1/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Nubia Neo 5, the Apple iPhone 16e scores 1 points higher (32/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e leads (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 leads (51/100 vs 1/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Apple iPhone 16e are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (51/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (91/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Nubia Neo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | Unisoc T9300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1790000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 900x1940 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 6050 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 167 g | — | |
| Price | $599 | — |
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Nubia Neo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nubia Neo 5
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Nubia Neo 5
- 6050 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Neo 5
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (50/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 5 and the Apple iPhone 16e are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 5 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (51/100 vs 1/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 5 (91/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Nubia Neo 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e edges out the Nubia Neo 5 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Nubia Neo 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Nubia Neo 5 — 31/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Nubia Neo 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e leads on performance (50/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Nubia Neo 5?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Neo 5 is a better fit for everyday use.