Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs Huawei Nova 16z
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020; launch prices were $619 and $370. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro leads — 65/100 vs 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,181,469 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
Huawei Nova 16z
What makes Huawei Nova 15 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1181469 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 1421 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4323 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher performance (66/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $619
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs the Huawei Nova 16z, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (80/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 Pro — 44/100, 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 Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Pro | Huawei Nova 16z | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | |
| AnTuTu | 1181469 | 1146138 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 1389 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 4125 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 2412x1084 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | HarmonyOS 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×6.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 202 g | — | |
| Launch price | $619 | $370 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 Pro and Huawei Nova 16z, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Nova 15 Pro leads Huawei Nova 16z by 3.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Huawei Nova 16z was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro edges out the Huawei Nova 16z by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Huawei Nova 16z — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Pro over the Huawei Nova 16z?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.