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Aquaris M5 vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Bq · 2015

Aquaris M5

Aquaris M5
63/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Apple · 2023

Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)

Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)
66/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) BETTER THAN Aquaris M5?

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Aquaris M5
Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORAquaris M5Apple iPhoneLEADER
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz60Hz
Battery Capacity3,120 mAh3,274 mAh+3,274 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingStandardStandard25W
Main Camera Sensor13 MPN/A48 MP
Screen Display Size5"6.12"6.12"
Chassis Weight144g187g144g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Aquaris M5:
  • 43g lighter chassis (144g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • 13MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • 5" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1):
  • Larger 3,274 mAh battery capacity (+154 mAh more capacity)
  • 6.12" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationAquaris M5Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Aquaris M5 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechIPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colorsAM-OLED display
Screen Size5"6.12"
Resolution & Density1080x1920 (441 ppi)1179x2556 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory3 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage3GB / 16GB / 32GB256GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Aquaris M5 Wins Camera
Primary Camera13 MPN/A
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens5 MPN/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Aquaris M5 Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight144 g187 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Aquaris M5 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,120 mAh3,274 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspotWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth4.0, A2DPBluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedmicroUSB 2.0, USB On-The-GoUSB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 65.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 60/100 camera rating.

When to buy Aquaris M5:
Higher resolution main sensor: 13 MP vs max 0 MP · Lighter body: 144g (43g lighter in hand)
When to buy Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1):
Higher overall BeastScore: 65.8 vs top rival 62.8 · Significantly larger display: 6.12" vs max 5" for media & multitasking
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Aquaris M5 vs Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)

Which phone is better: Aquaris M5 or Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)?

Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) leads with an overall BeastScore of 65.8/100 compared to Aquaris M5 (62.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 65.8 vs top rival 62.8 and Significantly larger display: 6.12" vs max 5" for media & multitasking.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Aquaris M5 and Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)?

Aquaris M5 is equipped with a 5-inch display and 3120 mAh battery, while Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) features a 6.12-inch display and 3274 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Aquaris M5 and Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Aquaris M5 scores 68/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPhone 15 Pro 5G A3101 Dual SIM TD-LTE JP CA MX SA 256GB (Apple iPhone 16,1) scores 60/100.

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