Huawei Nova 16s vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Huawei Nova 16s (2026) runs on the Kirin 8020, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $430 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 67/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16s has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,121,894); the Huawei Nova 16s is noticeably lighter (199g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16s
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Huawei Nova 16s better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 199g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $430 vs $899
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1121894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16s vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 21 points higher (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16s — 60/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (94/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16s and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (96/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16s | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8020 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1121894 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×75.5×7.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $430 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16s
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16s and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Huawei Nova 16s by 66.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $469. Huawei Nova 16s was $469 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (94/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16s and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (96/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (81/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s by 21 points (88/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16s and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16s over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16s is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.