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.

The Huawei Nova 16z is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Performance 12
Display 100
Camera 42
Battery 65
Design 50
Value for money 84
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 37
Design 81
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Huawei Nova 16z: The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro: The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 50MP
42
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei Nova 16z
$370
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.