Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16z leads — 43/100 vs 22/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Huawei Nova 16z
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Huawei Nova 16z scores 21 points higher (43/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (65/100 vs 19/100). 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 Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 16z | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1146138 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2412x1084 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 171 g | |
| Price | $370 | — |
Huawei Nova 16z
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1084
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 16z
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 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, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 16z (86/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 21 points (43/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.