Huawei Nova 16 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Huawei Nova 16 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16 leads — 48/100 vs 26/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 199g).
Huawei Nova 16
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 199g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Huawei Nova 16 scores 22 points higher (48/100 vs 26/100). 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 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 leads (70/100 vs 30/100). 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1155792 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $445 | — |
Huawei Nova 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Huawei Nova 16
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Nova 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
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 Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (70/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 (83/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 22 points (48/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.