Huawei Nova 16 SE vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Huawei Nova 16 SE (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $345 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 60/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 SE has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7560); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 1,146,138); the Redmi Turbo 5 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16 SE
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Huawei Nova 16 SE better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7560 mAh
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4125
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Lighter: 204g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $345
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 SE vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 6 points higher (66/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16 SE — 54/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100; 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 Turbo 5 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Huawei Nova 16 SE are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Huawei Nova 16 SE are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 SE | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1272 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 8000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.0×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $345 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16 SE
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2756x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16 SE
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16 SE and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Huawei Nova 16 SE by 45.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $95. Redmi Turbo 5 was $95 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Huawei Nova 16 SE are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 and the Huawei Nova 16 SE are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 SE or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Huawei Nova 16 SE by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 SE and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Huawei Nova 16 SE has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 SE or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 SE over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Huawei Nova 16 SE is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.