Apple iPhone Air vs OnePlus Nord 2T
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 75/100 vs 53/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Air is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 1,017,976); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
OnePlus Nord 2T
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 1017976
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 1114
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9800 vs 3281
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 165g vs 190g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 63/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord 2T better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Apple iPhone Air scores 22 points higher (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (45/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (45/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (96/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | OnePlus Nord 2T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 1017976 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Air and OnePlus Nord 2T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Air leads OnePlus Nord 2T by 149.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus Nord 2T
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (92/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone Air notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (85/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (73/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (45/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (96/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T by 22 points (75/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (92/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for gamers and power users.