Huawei Nova 16 vs Redmi 11A
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 (2026) and the Redmi 11A (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16 leads — 48/100 vs 16/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000).
Huawei Nova 16
Redmi 11A
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 16/100
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 vs the Redmi 11A, the Huawei Nova 16 scores 32 points higher (48/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16 leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 leads (58/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 leads (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (58/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 | Redmi 11A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1155792 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2800x1280 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12, MIUI | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Price | $445 | — |
Huawei Nova 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi 11A
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Huawei Nova 16
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 11A
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 11A
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 11A
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (58/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (70/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Redmi 11A?
The Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A by 32 points (48/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 and the Redmi 11A?
The Huawei Nova 16 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Redmi 11A — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Redmi 11A?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Redmi 11A?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 over the Redmi 11A?
The Huawei Nova 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use.