Huawei nova 15 Max
₱16,800
Huawei nova 15 Max vs Huawei nova 16
The Huawei nova 15 Max wins for Filipino buyers due to superior battery life (8500 mAh vs 7000 mAh) and lower price (₱16,800 vs ₱19,995). Memory and storage are comparable, and the main camera specs are tied, making the budget-friendly option the better overall value.
- Huawei nova 15 Max — 2 wins
- Huawei nova 16 — 2 wins
- 2 ties
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| Spec | Huawei nova 15 Max | Huawei nova 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.84-inch OLED, 1272 x 2756 pixels, ~444 ppi, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, 4000 nits peak | 6.68 inches, OLED, 1B colors, HDR Vivid, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, 1280 x 2800 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~461 ppi density), Aluminosilicate glass |
| Processor | Unspecified | Kirin 9010S |
| GPU | Unspecified | Mali-G78 MP24 |
| RAM | 8GB RAM | 12GB RAM |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| Main Camera | 50 MP f/1.9 (wide) + Auxiliary lens; 8 MP f/2.0 (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", Dual Pixel PDAF; 50 MP, f/2.6, 88mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.7x optical zoom; Selfie: 50 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide), 1/2.5" |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh |
| Operating System | EMUI 14.2 | HarmonyOS 6.1 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 dual-band, Bluetooth 5.2 (A2DP, LE, L2HC), GPS (GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS), NFC, USB Type-C 2.0 OTG, No radio | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, L2HC (320-960 kbps HD audio); GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC, GLONASS; NFC; USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 232g, 8mm thickness (length/width unknown) | 199g, 7.3mm thickness |
| Weight | 232g | 199g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Features | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, compass, virtual proximity sensing, glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass; IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets) |
| Price | ₱16,800 | ₱19,995 |
Which should you buy?
Choose the Huawei nova 15 Max if you prioritize affordability and don’t need the heavier design. Opt for the Huawei nova 16 if you value extra RAM, lighter weight, and higher storage capacity.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Huawei nova 15 Max worth it over the Huawei nova 16?
Yes, the Huawei nova 15 Max offers better battery life and is cheaper, making it a solid choice for budget-conscious users.
Which has the better camera?
The main camera specs are tied, so neither device edges out the other in imaging capabilities.
Which has the longer battery life?
The Huawei nova 15 Max has a longer battery life (8500 mAh vs 7000 mAh).
Which is better value for money?
The Huawei nova 15 Max offers better value due to its lower price and competitive specs.
Does the Huawei nova 16 have more RAM?
Yes, the Huawei nova 16 has 8GB RAM compared to 12GB in the Huawei nova 15 Max.
Is the Huawei nova 16 heavier?
Yes, the Huawei nova 16 is heavier at 232g vs 199g.