Huawei nova 14i vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Huawei nova 14i (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 26/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova 14i has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 14i doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 216g).

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Huawei nova 14i by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 14i
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 50
Design 30
Value for money 92
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei nova 14i better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 5W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 194g vs 216g

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova 14i vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 5 points higher (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14i leads (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14i leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14i (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14i is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14i (57/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (92/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei nova 14i: The Huawei nova 14i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova 14i Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 421228
Geekbench Single 412
Geekbench Multi 1410
Display 7.0" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2376 1080x2388
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 5W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS EMUI 14.2 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 650 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 171.6×79.9×8.9 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 216 g 194 g
Price $259
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 14i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 14i
  • 7.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 14i
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova 14i
$259
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14i (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14i is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14i (57/100 vs 30/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14i significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (92/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14i or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Huawei nova 14i by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14i and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Huawei nova 14i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14i or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova 14i over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Huawei nova 14i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.