Huawei Nova 16s vs Vivo X300s
The Huawei Nova 16s (2026) runs on the Kirin 8020, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $430 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 1,121,894); the Huawei Nova 16s is noticeably lighter (199g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16s
Vivo X300s
What makes Huawei Nova 16s better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 199g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $430 vs $723
- Better portability (67/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 1121894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16s vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16s — 60/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (67/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16s | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8020 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1121894 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×75.5×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $430 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16s
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16s and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Huawei Nova 16s by 69.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $293. Huawei Nova 16s was $293 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (94/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (83/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 16s notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (67/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16s and the Vivo X300s?
The Huawei Nova 16s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16s over the Vivo X300s?
The Huawei Nova 16s is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.