Huawei Nova 16z vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $370 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Better camera (45/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $370
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; 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 Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Huawei Nova 16z by 58.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (89/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Huawei Nova 16z by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on camera score (45/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.