Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate vs Huawei Nova 16z
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro, while the Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020; launch prices were $2799 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads — 70/100 vs 64/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5600); the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is faster in AnTuTu (1,825,771 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
Huawei Nova 16z
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1825771 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 1636 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5775 vs 4125
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $2799
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate vs the Huawei Nova 16z, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate scores 6 points higher (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (67/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 48/100, Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | Huawei Nova 16z | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9050 Pro | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | |
| AnTuTu | 1825771 | 1146138 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1636 | 1389 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5775 | 4125 | |
| Display | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2232x3184 | 2412x1084 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 7.0 | HarmonyOS 6.1 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP58 | — | |
| Dimensions | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 299 g | — | |
| Launch price | $2799 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and Huawei Nova 16z, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads Huawei Nova 16z by 59.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2429. Huawei Nova 16z was $2429 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (75/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (67/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate edges out the Huawei Nova 16z by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Huawei Nova 16z — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on camera score (67/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on performance (75/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate over the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.