Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $370 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 64/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $650
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 73/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 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 Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (91/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Huawei Nova 16z by 63.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Huawei Nova 16z was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (91/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (78/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.