Huawei Nova 16z vs OnePlus Ace Racing
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the OnePlus Ace Racing (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16z leads — 43/100 vs 34/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Huawei Nova 16z
OnePlus Ace Racing
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 48/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 34/100
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the OnePlus Ace Racing, the Huawei Nova 16z scores 9 points higher (43/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z and the OnePlus Ace Racing are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (65/100 vs 48/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | OnePlus Ace Racing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 480 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.3×75.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | — | 205 g | |
| Price | $370 | — |
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
OnePlus Ace Racing
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace Racing
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace Racing
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace Racing
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z and the OnePlus Ace Racing are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (65/100 vs 48/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace Racing (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Huawei Nova 16z edges out the OnePlus Ace Racing by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the OnePlus Ace Racing — 34/100.
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the OnePlus Ace Racing?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace Racing is a better fit for everyday use.