Huawei Nova 16z vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 74/100 vs 64/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4125
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 10 points higher (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (98/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (98/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (80/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Huawei Nova 16z by 71.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (98/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (80/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably better than the Huawei Nova 16z — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.