Huawei Nova 16z vs Huawei Pura X Max
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro; launch prices were $370 and $1520. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 64/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5300); the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Huawei Pura X Max
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $1520
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 4125
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Huawei Pura X Max, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 6 points higher (70/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (55/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100; 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 X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Huawei Pura X Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 2107301 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 1680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 6200 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1828x2584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | HarmonyOS 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP58/IP59 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $1520 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Huawei Pura X Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Huawei Nova 16z by 45.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1150. Huawei Nova 16z was $1150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Pura X Max edges out the Huawei Nova 16z by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Huawei Pura X Max — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users.