Quick Verdict
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Nothing Phone (2a) if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Apple iPhone 16
Nothing Phone (2a)
Performance
91.1 ★
74.4
Camera
80.0 ★
76.0
Battery
56.0
88.0 ★
Gaming
85.4 ★
71.8
Overall
81.5 ★
79.6
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Apple iPhone 16
91.1/100
Camera Winner
Apple iPhone 16
80.0/100
Battery Winner
Nothing Phone (2a)
88.0/100
Gaming Winner
Apple iPhone 16
85.4/100
Overall Winner
Apple iPhone 16
81.5/100
Best Value
Nothing Phone (2a)
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
📷 Camera
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
🔋 Battery
🏆 Nothing Phone (2a)
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Apple iPhone 16
💰 Value
🏆 Nothing Phone (2a)
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.10"
6.70"
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)
AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR10+, 700 nits (typ), 1100 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak)
Resolution
1179x2556
1080x2412
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)
Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Pro (4 nm)
GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Mali-G610 MC4
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video Recording
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps)
4K@30fps, 1080p@60/120fps, gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
3561 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired
45W wired, 50% in 23 min, 100% in 1 hour
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
161.7 x 76.3 x 8.6 mm (6.37 x 3.00 x 0.34 in)
Weight
170g
190g
Build Material
Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back
Colors
Ultramarine, Black, White, Pink, Teal
Black, White, Milk, Blue
💻 Software
Operating System
iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.5
Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.0
Our Verdict
Apple iPhone 16 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 81.5/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Nothing Phone (2a) puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Nothing Phone (2a) offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Apple iPhone 16
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Below-average battery
- 60Hz display only
- Premium pricing
Nothing Phone (2a)
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Apple iPhone 16 or Nothing Phone (2a)?
Apple iPhone 16 is the overall winner with a score of 81.5/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Apple iPhone 16 or Nothing Phone (2a)?
Apple iPhone 16 wins in camera with 80.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Nothing Phone (2a) has better battery with a score of 88.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Apple iPhone 16 is better for gaming with a score of 85.4/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Nothing Phone (2a) offers better value at PKR 116,999 with a value score of 2.5.
What is the price difference between Apple iPhone 16 and Nothing Phone (2a)?
Apple iPhone 16 costs PKR 322,999 while Nothing Phone (2a) costs PKR 116,999. The price difference is PKR 206,000.
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