Huawei Nova 16 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Huawei Nova 16 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16 leads — 48/100 vs 22/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 199g).
Huawei Nova 16
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 199g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Huawei Nova 16 scores 26 points higher (48/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16 leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 leads (70/100 vs 19/100). 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 Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (70/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1155792 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2800x1280 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $445 | — |
Huawei Nova 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei Nova 16
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
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 Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (70/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 (86/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 26 points (48/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.