Huawei Nova 16z vs Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S; launch prices were $370 and $1250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,622,749 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1389 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4125 vs 3894
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $1250
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1622749 vs 1146138
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max — 56/100; 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 Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 1622749 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 1273 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 3894 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1308x2880 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16, EMUI 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $1250 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads Huawei Nova 16z by 29.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $880. Huawei Nova 16z was $880 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (74/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max edges out the Huawei Nova 16z by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.