Huawei Nova 16 vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Huawei Nova 16 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16 leads — 48/100 vs 7/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.
Huawei Nova 16
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 207g
- Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Huawei Nova 16 scores 41 points higher (48/100 vs 7/100). 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 15/100). 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 ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (70/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16 | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1155792 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4120 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 | 64GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $445 | — |
Huawei Nova 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Huawei Nova 16
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
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 ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (58/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (70/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16 is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16 notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Huawei Nova 16 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 41 points (48/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Huawei Nova 16 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Huawei Nova 16 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Huawei Nova 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.