Category Breakdown
Camera
nova 16 Ultra
Main sensor resolution (200 MP)
WinsBattery
nova 16 Ultra
Battery capacity (7,000 mAh)
WinsCharging
nova 16 Ultra
Wired charging speed (100W)
WinsPerformance
Magic6 Pro
AnTuTu benchmark (2,017,400 pts)
WinsDisplay
nova 16 Ultra
Screen size (6.84")
WinsWeight
nova 16 Ultra
Total weight (220g)
WinsValue
Magic6 Pro
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (7.8/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | Magic6 Pro | nova 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.8" | 6.84" | |
| 1,280 × 2,800 | 1,320 × 2,856 | |
| LTPO OLED | LTPO OLED | |
| 120Hz | 120Hz | |
| 5,000 nits | 6,000 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 180 MP | 200 MP | |
| Triple | Triple | |
| 2.5x | 3.7x | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Face ID, Fingerprint (under display, Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, compass, gyro, optical), proximity | Fingerprint (under display, optical), Virtual proximity sensing BDS Satellite Calling and Messaging - China only, accelerometer, compass, gyro | |
Performance | ||
| Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Kirin 9010S | |
| 2,017,400 | — | |
| 5,254 | — | |
| 16 GB | 12 GB | |
| 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 5,600 mAh | 7,000 mAh | |
| 80W | 100W | |
| 66W | 50W | |
Build | ||
| 225g | 220g | |
| 8.9mm | 7.1mm | |
| Glass front (NanoCrystal Shield), glass back or silicone polymer back (eco leather) | Kunlun Glass front, aluminum frame, glass/silicone back | |
| — | Not specified | |
| Flagship | Flagship | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Huawei nova 16 Ultra
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Huawei nova 16 Ultra
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Huawei nova 16 Ultra
Highest resolution main camera.