Huawei Nova 16z vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $370 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 4125
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (80/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (80/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Huawei Nova 16z by 62.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1629. Huawei Nova 16z was $1629 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (91/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (76/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (80/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is noticeably better than the Huawei Nova 16z — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.