Huawei Nova 16z vs OnePlus Nord 2T
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300; estimated prices are $370 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16z leads — 43/100 vs 28/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500).
Huawei Nova 16z
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper: $370 vs $380
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Huawei Nova 16z scores 15 points higher (43/100 vs 28/100). 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 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | OnePlus Nord 2T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 190 g | |
| Price | $370 | $380 |
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $10. Huawei Nova 16z is cheaper by $10.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (65/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei Nova 16z is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2T — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.