Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16z leads — 43/100 vs 26/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Huawei Nova 16z
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Huawei Nova 16z scores 17 points higher (43/100 vs 26/100). 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 30/100). 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, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (83/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 173 g | |
| Price | $370 | — |
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (65/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (83/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16z is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z7 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
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?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.