Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo X Fold6
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $370 and $1900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 1,146,138).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $1900
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 1146138
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 16z — 60/100, Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100; 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 X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | — | |
| Launch price | $370 | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 16z and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Huawei Nova 16z by 66.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1530. Huawei Nova 16z was $1530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (95/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (87/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 and the Huawei Nova 16z are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.