Huawei Nova 16s vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Huawei Nova 16s (2026) runs on the Kirin 8020, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 67/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,121,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16s
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Huawei Nova 16s better?
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1121894
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4125
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16s vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (92/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16s | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1121894 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×75.5×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | — | |
| Launch price | $430 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16s
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16s
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16s and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Huawei Nova 16s by 76.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s (87/100 vs 61/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16s by 25 points (92/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16s and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 16s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 61/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16s or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16s over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 16s is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.