Huawei Nova 16 Ultra vs Nubia Z50S Pro
The Huawei Nova 16 Ultra (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010s, while the Nubia Z50S Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2; estimated prices are $695 and $662. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra leads — 58/100 vs 37/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra is thinner (7.1mm vs 8.3mm).
Huawei Nova 16 Ultra
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (14/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 54/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 15/100)
- Cheaper: $662 vs $695
- Better value for money (64/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra vs the Nubia Z50S Pro, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra scores 21 points higher (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra leads (14/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra leads (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra leads (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra is a bit better (14/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (50/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 Ultra | Nubia Z50S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1229229 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 13, MyOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×7.1 mm | 163.9×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 228 g | |
| Price | $695 | $662 |
Huawei Nova 16 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Nubia Z50S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Huawei Nova 16 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Nova 16 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Nubia Z50S Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $33. Nubia Z50S Pro is cheaper by $33.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra is a bit better (14/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (94/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra notably outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (79/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro (50/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Z50S Pro and the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra or the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nubia Z50S Pro by 21 points (58/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra and the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Nubia Z50S Pro — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra or the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 Ultra leads on camera score (94/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra or the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 Ultra leads on performance (14/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 Ultra over the Nubia Z50S Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 Ultra is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Nubia Z50S Pro is a better fit for everyday use.