Redmi Note 14 Pro 5GvsApple iPhone 16
SETTLEDUpdated September 8, 2026
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G wins
Verdict
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G wins 3 of 5 categories — our overall pick
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G is the overall winner, taking 3 of 5 categories — price is its standout. At USD 349, it's also the most affordable of this group.
- Apple iPhone 16 takes Performance — led by performance score (1,400,000 pts).
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G takes Display — led by refresh rate (120 Hz).
- Apple iPhone 16 takes Camera — led by camera quality (142 pts).
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G takes Battery — led by battery (5,110 mAh).
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G takes Price — led by price (349 USD).
Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09
Scores follow our published methodology · v2026.09
In plain English
Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want…
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want a bigger screen — 6.67 in vs 6.1 in.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want smoother scrolling — 120 Hz vs 60 Hz.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want sharper selfies — 20 MP vs 12 MP.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want longer battery life — 5,110 mAh vs 3,561 mAh.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want faster charging — 45 W vs 20 W.
- Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if you want a lower price — 349 USD vs 799 USD.
Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want…
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want a faster phone for apps and games — 1,400,000 pts vs 680,000 pts.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want a sharper screen — 460 ppi vs 395 ppi.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want a screen you can read in sunlight — 2,000 nits vs 1,800 nits.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want better video quality — 94 pts vs 85 pts.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want a better camera — 142 pts vs 118 pts.
- Choose Apple iPhone 16 if you want the convenience of wireless charging — Yes vs No.
At a glance
- Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
- Apple iPhone 16
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Best price now
The cheap alternative
Full record
Every spec, side by side — winners get a check and a proportional bar. Ties share the badge.
Performance score
Approximate benchmark score of the chipset — higher is faster for apps, games and AI.
Chipset
The processor inside — shown for reference, never decides a winner.
RAM
More RAM keeps more apps alive in the background.
Storage
Base onboard storage for photos, apps and media.
Screen size
Diagonal screen size — bigger is better for media, smaller is easier to hold.
Pixel density
Sharpness of the screen — above ~400 ppi looks crisp.
Refresh rate
How smooth scrolling and motion feel. 120 Hz is the modern standard.
Brightness
Peak brightness in sunlight — higher stays readable outdoors.
Main camera
Resolution of the primary rear camera — photo quality is judged by the Camera quality score, not megapixels.
Selfie camera
Resolution of the front camera.
Telephoto lens
A dedicated zoom lens for distant subjects without quality loss.
Video quality
Composite video rating — stabilisation, 4K/8K support and colour.
Camera quality
Composite camera quality from independent testing — how good the photos actually are.
Battery
Battery capacity — higher generally lasts longer.
Charging speed
Wired charging speed — higher refills faster.
Wireless charging
Whether the phone charges wirelessly.
Price
Typical MSRP in US dollars — lower is better value.
Which one should you buy?
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
Choose Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G if price matters most — it wins the most categories overall. It costs USD 349, the lowest price in this group.
Apple iPhone 16
Choose Apple iPhone 16 if camera matters most. It costs USD 799.
Pros & cons
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
- 200 MP camera
- Excellent price
- 5,110 mAh battery
- Mid-range chipset
- Software ads
- No wireless charging
Apple iPhone 16
- A18 speed
- Camera Control button
- Strong resale value
- 60 Hz display
- Slow 20 W charging
- No telephoto lens