{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-motorola-moto-g-max/",
    "generated": "2026-08-13T16:46:59+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs Motorola Moto G Max",
    "answer": "The Huawei nova 16 SE is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 81 against 73 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, battery & charging and memory & storage. The Motorola Moto G Max still wins on camera, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Huawei nova 16 SE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 127,999 against PKR 144,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Huawei nova 16 SE",
            "slug": "huawei-nova-16-se",
            "brand": "Huawei",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/huawei/huawei-nova-16-se/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-12-2026-11_13_20-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 127999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-12T06:19:18+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 55,
                "camera": 87,
                "battery": 86.5,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 75,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 80.7
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "August 5, 2026 — China",
                    "Dimensions": "Not officially confirmed",
                    "Weight": "229 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP65 (reported)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.84 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1276 × 2776 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "LTPS OLED 120Hz Up to 8,000 nits (reported)",
                    "Protection": "Kunlun Glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core 1 × high-performance core + 3 × performance cores + 4 × efficiency cores",
                    "GPU": "Huawei Maleoon",
                    "Operating system": "HarmonyOS 6.1"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB / 256GB / 512GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP f/1.9 RYYB, reported Huawei Red Maple multispectral sensor LED flash, HDR, panorama, AI photography",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP f/2.2 HDR, AI photography",
                    "Video recording": "Up to 4K@30fps, reported"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 8,500 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "66W fast charging, reported"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 7",
                    "Bluetooth": "Bluetooth 6.0",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint Side-mounted Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Ambient Light Compass Color Spectrum / Multispectral Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Motorola Moto G Max",
            "slug": "motorola-moto-g-max",
            "brand": "Motorola",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/motorola/motorola-moto-g-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-20-2026-11_50_30-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 144999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-06-20T06:56:20+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 48.9,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 68.9,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 50,
                "value": 81.4,
                "overall": 73.4
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "June 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "164.58 × 77.37 × 7.38 mm",
                    "Weight": "183 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP66 / IP68 / IP69 dust and water resistance MIL-STD-810H certified durability"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.8 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1272 × 2772 pixels (1.5K)",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED, 120Hz 1.07 billion colors",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass 7i"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (4nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core, up to 2.5GHz",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 (Hello UI)"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB UFS 2.2",
                    "Card slot": "microSD card support up to 2TB"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "200 MP, f/1.8, OIS 8 MP Ultra-Wide Dual LED Flash HDR, Panorama, Night Vision, AI Portrait",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP, f/2.2",
                    "Video recording": "Up to 1440p recording"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po 5200mAh, Non-removable",
                    "Wired charging": "33W TurboPower Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM (market dependent eSIM support available)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-Band)",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4, A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Under-display Fingerprint Sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Sensor Compass Ambient Light Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "huawei-nova-16-se",
        "margin": 7.3,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 55,
                    "motorola-moto-g-max": 48.9
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 87,
                    "motorola-moto-g-max": 98
                },
                "leader": "motorola-moto-g-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 86.5,
                    "motorola-moto-g-max": 68.9
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "motorola-moto-g-max": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 75,
                    "motorola-moto-g-max": 50
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "motorola-moto-g-max": 81.4
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Huawei nova 16 SE costs PKR 17,000 less.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 3,300 mAh larger battery.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE charges 33W faster.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE ships with 256 GB more storage.",
        "Motorola Moto G Max has a 150 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or Motorola Moto G Max?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 7.3 points. It wins on performance, battery & charging, memory & storage and value for money. Motorola Moto G Max can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Huawei nova 16 SE and Motorola Moto G Max in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Motorola Moto G Max at PKR 144,999. That makes Huawei nova 16 SE cheaper by PKR 17,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Motorola Moto G Max?",
            "answer": "Motorola Moto G Max scores higher in our camera assessment. Huawei nova 16 SE uses a 50 MP main sensor against 200 MP on Motorola Moto G Max, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Huawei nova 16 SE or Motorola Moto G Max?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Motorola Moto G Max a 5200 mAh cell, with 66W and 33W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Motorola Moto G Max?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Motorola Moto G Max runs the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 (4nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}