Huawei Nova 16s vs OnePlus 13T
The Huawei Nova 16s (2026) runs on the Kirin 8020, while the OnePlus 13T (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $430 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13T leads — 74/100 vs 67/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16s has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6260); the OnePlus 13T is faster in AnTuTu (3,173,674 vs 1,121,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16s
OnePlus 13T
What makes Huawei Nova 16s better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6260 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $430 vs $650
- Better camera (61/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 66/100)
What makes OnePlus 13T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3173674 vs 1121894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4125
- Lighter: 185g vs 199g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16s vs the OnePlus 13T, the OnePlus 13T scores 7 points higher (74/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T leads (91/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16s — 60/100, OnePlus 13T — 62/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16s is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s and the OnePlus 13T are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16s | OnePlus 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1121894 | 3173674 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6260 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, OxygenOS 15 (International), ColorOS 15 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×75.5×7.3 mm | 150.8×71.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $430 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
OnePlus 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13T
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16s
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13T
- 6260 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16s and OnePlus 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13T leads Huawei Nova 16s by 64.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Huawei Nova 16s was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13T notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16s is a bit better (72/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s and the OnePlus 13T are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16s or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T edges out the Huawei Nova 16s by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16s and the OnePlus 13T?
The Huawei Nova 16s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the OnePlus 13T — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16s or the OnePlus 13T?
The Huawei Nova 16s leads on camera score (61/100 vs 53/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16s or the OnePlus 13T?
The OnePlus 13T leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16s over the OnePlus 13T?
The Huawei Nova 16s is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 13T is a better fit for gamers and power users.