Huawei Nova 16s vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Huawei Nova 16s (2026) runs on the Kirin 8020, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $430 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 1,121,894); the Huawei Nova 16s is noticeably lighter (199g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16s
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Huawei Nova 16s better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $430 vs $548
- Better camera (61/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 1121894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16s vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s leads (61/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16s — 60/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (67/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16s | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1121894 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×75.5×7.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $430 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16s
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16s and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Huawei Nova 16s by 68.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $118. Huawei Nova 16s was $118 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (61/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (67/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra edges out the Huawei Nova 16s by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16s and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Huawei Nova 16s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Huawei Nova 16s leads on camera score (61/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16s over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Huawei Nova 16s is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.