Huawei Nova 16 vs Vivo Y32t

The Huawei Nova 16 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Vivo Y32t (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio P70 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16 leads — 48/100 vs 11/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo Y32t is noticeably lighter (179g vs 199g).

The Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t by 37 points (48/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16
Performance 13
Display 100
Camera 58
Battery 70
Design 51
Value for money 79
Vivo Y32t
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei Nova 16 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (70/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y32t better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 199g

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 vs the Vivo Y32t, the Huawei Nova 16 scores 37 points higher (48/100 vs 11/100). 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 0/100). 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 Vivo Y32t (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y32t notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo Y32t (79/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei Nova 16: The Huawei Nova 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y32t: The Vivo Y32t is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei Nova 16 Vivo Y32t
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 9010 MediaTek Helio P70 ()
AnTuTu 1155792
Geekbench Single 1421
Geekbench Multi 4323
Display 6.7" OLED 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 2800x1280 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS HarmonyOS 6.1 Android 11 Red Velvet Cake
NFC no
Dimensions 164.0×75.2×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 179 g
Price $445
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
58
camera
Vivo Y32t
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y32t
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
70
battery
Vivo Y32t
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei Nova 16
$445
Vivo Y32t
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 Y32t (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t (58/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t (70/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y32t notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16 (76/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the Vivo Y32t (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo Y32t?

The Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y32t by 37 points (48/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 and the Vivo Y32t?

The Huawei Nova 16 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo Y32t — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo Y32t?

The Huawei Nova 16 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 or the Vivo Y32t?

The Huawei Nova 16 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 over the Vivo Y32t?

The Huawei Nova 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y32t is a better fit for everyday use.