Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16z leads — 64/100 vs 53/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Huawei Nova 16z is faster in AnTuTu (1,146,138 vs 971,424).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1146138 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 1389 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4125 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Huawei Nova 16z scores 11 points higher (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (65/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (80/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 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 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Nova 16z leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 18.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (65/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (80/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Huawei Nova 16z is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on camera score (45/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on performance (65/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.