Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16z leads — 43/100 vs 33/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Huawei Nova 16z
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Huawei Nova 16z scores 10 points higher (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 175 g | |
| Price | $370 | — |
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (65/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (81/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.