Huawei Nova 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010s, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $545 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro leads — 76/100 vs 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T is faster in AnTuTu (2,026,828 vs 1,177,196); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Huawei Nova 16 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (94/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2026828 vs 1177196
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1421
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4323
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $545
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T leads (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16 Pro — 70/100, Xiaomi 17T — 66/100; 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 Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (94/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 Pro (74/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 Pro | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010s | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1177196 | 2026828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×7.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $545 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16 Pro and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T leads Huawei Nova 16 Pro by 41.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $96. Xiaomi 17T was $96 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (76/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (94/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 Pro (74/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro edges out the Xiaomi 17T by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T leads on performance (76/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 Pro over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Nova 16 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.