Apple iPhone 16e vs Nubia Z50S Pro

The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $599 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads — 37/100 vs 32/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Z50S Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 228g).

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 16e by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Performance 50
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 1
Design 91
Value for money 69
Nubia Z50S Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 51
Battery 54
Design 15
Value for money 64
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
  • Lighter: 167g vs 228g
  • Cheaper: $599 vs $662

  • Higher performance (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (91/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Nubia Z50S Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3279 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 20W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (51/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Nubia Z50S Pro scores 5 points higher (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e leads (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro leads (54/100 vs 1/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (51/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (54/100 vs 1/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (91/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).

Apple iPhone 16e: The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Z50S Pro: The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16e Nubia Z50S Pro
Processor Apple A18 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 1790000
Geekbench Single 3254
Geekbench Multi 8070
Display 6.1" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2532x1170 1260x2800
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3279 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 20W 80W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 1TB
OS iOS 18 Android 13, MyOS 13
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 167 g 228 g
Price $599 $662
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Front: 12MP
24
camera
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
51
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 2532x1170
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
  • 3279 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 7W
1
battery
Nubia Z50S Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16e
$599
Nubia Z50S Pro
$662

Price difference: $63. Apple iPhone 16e is cheaper by $63.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (51/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (54/100 vs 1/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (91/100 vs 15/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 16e is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 16e by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Nubia Z50S Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16e leads on performance (50/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Nubia Z50S Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.