Apple iPhone 16 vs OnePlus Nord CE 4
The Verdict
Apple's iPhone 16 delivers premium performance with the A18 chip, superior display brightness at 2000 nits, and superior video capabilities including 4K@60fps with Dolby Vision. Its 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen, IP68 rating, and MagSafe wireless charging justify the flagship pricing. OnePlus Nord CE 4 counters with exceptional value, offering a larger 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, impressive 50MP camera with OIS, and exceptional 5500mAh battery with 100W fast charging. However, it lacks water resistance, wireless charging, and uses a less powerful Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor. For performance-focused users willing to invest, the iPhone 16 excels. Budget-conscious buyers seeking battery life and screen real estate should choose the Nord CE 4.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple iPhone 16 if…
- →A18 chip enables Apple Intelligence
- →New Camera Control button
- →Compact and lightweight design
Buy the OnePlus Nord CE 4 if…
- →100W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills the battery in about 30 minutes
- →Large 5500 mAh battery provides excellent multi-day endurance
- →Bright 2100-nit AMOLED display is outstanding for the price
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Apple iPhone 16
Pros
- A18 chip enables Apple Intelligence
- New Camera Control button
- Compact and lightweight design
- Improved 48 MP main camera
- Strong battery life for its size
Cons
- Still 60Hz display in 2024
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 speeds
- No telephoto lens
- No always-on display
OnePlus Nord CE 4
Pros
- 100W SUPERVOOC fast charging fills the battery in about 30 minutes
- Large 5500 mAh battery provides excellent multi-day endurance
- Bright 2100-nit AMOLED display is outstanding for the price
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 handles games and multitasking well
- Lightweight and slim design at just 184 g
Cons
- No official IP rating for water or dust resistance
- Plastic build quality feels cheaper than metal-framed competitors
- 8 MP ultrawide camera is low resolution
- No wireless charging support
- Video recording capped at 4K@30fps
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple iPhone 16 | OnePlus Nord CE 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | iOS 18 | Android 14 (OxygenOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 170 g | 184 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame | Plastic frame and back |
| IP rating | IP68 | None |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 162.6 x 75.6 x 7.7 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS, Sony LYT-600 |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 3561 mAh | 5500 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired | 100W SUPERVOOC |
| Wireless charging | 25W MagSafe | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2000 | 2100 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Hexa-core | Octa-core (1x2.63 GHz + 3x2.4 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) | Adreno 720 |
| Chipset | Apple A18 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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