Huawei Nova 16z vs Vivo Y77 (China)

The Huawei Nova 16z (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Vivo Y77 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 16z leads — 43/100 vs 29/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 16z has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500).

The Huawei Nova 16z is noticeably better than the Vivo Y77 (China) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 16z
Performance 12
Display 100
Camera 42
Battery 65
Design 50
Value for money 84
Vivo Y77 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei Nova 16z better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (42/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better value for money (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y77 (China) better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei Nova 16z vs the Vivo Y77 (China), the Huawei Nova 16z scores 14 points higher (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z leads (65/100 vs 39/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei Nova 16z: The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y77 (China): The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei Nova 16z Vivo Y77 (China)
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 8020 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 1146138
Geekbench Single 1389
Geekbench Multi 4125
Display 6.7" OLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2412x1084 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS HarmonyOS 6.1 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
NFC no
Dimensions 164.2×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 194 g
Price $370
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 50MP
42
camera
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 16z
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 2412x1084
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 16z
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei Nova 16z
$370
Vivo Y77 (China)
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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (42/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (65/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 16z notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (84/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Huawei Nova 16z is noticeably better than the Vivo Y77 (China) — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 16z and the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Huawei Nova 16z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo Y77 (China) — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Huawei Nova 16z leads on camera score (42/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 16z or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Huawei Nova 16z leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Huawei Nova 16z over the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Huawei Nova 16z is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.