Huawei Nova 16z vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $370 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Better camera (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 6000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $370
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100; 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 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7560 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 | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- 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
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Huawei Nova 16z by 45.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $120. Redmi Turbo 5 was $120 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (85/100 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, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 edges out the Huawei Nova 16z by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Redmi Turbo 5?
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?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.