Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $370 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $548
- Better camera (45/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (45/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Huawei Nova 16z by 68.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $178. Huawei Nova 16z was $178 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (95/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100).
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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on camera score (45/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.