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Huawei nova 16 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

The Huawei nova 16 Pro wins by a clear margin with 3 decisive advantages over the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max: it has more storage (256GB/1TB), a larger battery capacity (9000 mAh vs 7000 mAh), and superior camera capabilities (200 MP wide, 50 MP periscope telephoto, 50 MP ultrawide).

Winner for most people: Huawei nova 16 Pro

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Spec Huawei nova 16 Pro Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
Display 6.84" LTPO OLED, 1B colors, HDR Vivid, 120Hz, 2160Hz PWM, 6000 nits (peak) 6.83" AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 2000 nits (HBM), 3500 nits (peak)
Processor Kirin 9010S (Octa-core) Mediatek Dimensity 9500s (3 nm) (Octa-core (1x3.73 GHz Cortex-X925 & 3x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720))
GPU Mali-G78 MP24 Immortalis-G925 MC12
RAM 12GB RAM 12GB RAM
Storage 256GB/512GB/1TB 256GB, 512GB
Main Camera 200 MP (wide) + 50 MP (periscope telephoto) + 50 MP (ultrawide) 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS; 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm; 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/4"
Battery 7000 mAh Si/C Li-Ion 8500 mAh or 9000 mAh (market/region dependent)
Operating System HarmonyOS 6.0 Android 16, HyperOS 3
Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE; GPS (L1+L5), BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC, GLONASS; NFC; USB Type-C 2.0, OTG Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5, Auracast, ASHA; GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L1+L5), GLONASS; NFC (market/region dependent); USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Dimensions 218g, 7.1mm thickness 218g, 8.2mm thickness
Weight 218g 218g
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
Features Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass; IP65 dust tight and water resistant Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity; IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP69K (market/region dependent)
Price ₱28,995 ₱28,826

Which should you buy?

Huawei nova 16 Pro is recommended for power users or those who need more storage and a longer-lasting battery. Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max is ideal for budget-conscious buyers looking for an excellent camera phone with high refresh rates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Huawei nova 16 Pro worth it over the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max?

Yes, the Huawei nova 16 Pro offers superior storage and a larger battery capacity. It also outperforms in camera quality with its wide, periscope telephoto, and ultrawide lenses.

Which has the better camera?

The Huawei nova 16 Pro wins with its triple-camera setup featuring a 200 MP wide lens, 50 MP periscope telephoto, and 50 MP ultrawide lens. The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max offers a single 50 MP camera.

Which has the longer battery life?

The Huawei nova 16 Pro boasts a significantly larger battery capacity of 9000 mAh compared to the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max's 7000 mAh. This makes it more suitable for users who need extended periods without recharging.

Which is better value for money?

The Huawei nova 16 Pro wins in terms of value for money with its superior camera, larger battery capacity, and higher peak brightness display. However, the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max offers a more affordable price point.

Does [Device A] have better color accuracy or wider color gamut?

The Huawei nova 16 Pro has superior features like 120Hz refresh rate and HDR Vivid, while the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max offers a wide color gamut of 68B colors. However, both devices are excellent in their respective areas.

Which device is better for gaming or heavy multitasking?

The Huawei nova 16 Pro with its larger battery and superior camera setup is ideal for power users or those who need more storage space. The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max excels in terms of refresh rates and color accuracy, making it a good choice for gamers.