Huawei Nova 16 SE vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Huawei Nova 16 SE (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $345 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 60/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16 SE
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Huawei Nova 16 SE better?
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $730
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 SE vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (93/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16 SE — 54/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 SE (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 SE (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 SE (95/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 SE | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1272 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 8000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.0×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 229 g | — | |
| Launch price | $345 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16 SE
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2756x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16 SE
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16 SE and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Huawei Nova 16 SE by 69.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $385. Huawei Nova 16 SE was $385 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 SE (97/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 SE (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 SE (95/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 SE or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 SE by 33 points (93/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 SE and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 16 SE has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 SE or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 SE or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 SE over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 16 SE is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.