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.

The Huawei Nova 16z significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 21 points (43/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Performance 12
Display 100
Camera 42
Battery 65
Design 50
Value for money 84
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Huawei Nova 16z: The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 50MP
42
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei Nova 16z
$370
Vivo Y23 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, 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).

Frequently asked questions
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.