{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-nothing-phone-4a-pro/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T12:42:18+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs Nothing Phone 4a Pro",
    "answer": "The Huawei nova 16 SE and the Nothing Phone 4a Pro finish within three points of each other on our combined specification score, so neither is a clear winner. Nothing Phone 4a Pro leads on performance. The Huawei nova 16 SE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 127,999 against PKR 189,999.",
    "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": "Nothing Phone 4a Pro",
            "slug": "nothing-phone-4a-pro",
            "brand": "Nothing Phone",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/nothing-phone/nothing-phone-4a-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ChatGPT-Image-Mar-12-2026-11_09_25-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 189999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-03-12T06:20:47+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 73.8,
                "camera": 93,
                "battery": 64.2,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 67.7,
                "overall": 77.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "April, 2026",
                    "Weight": "200 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP54 (dust & splash resistant)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.77 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 × 2392 pixels (FHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED 120Hz",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass (expected)"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core processor",
                    "GPU": "Adreno series",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 with Nothing OS"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB /12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB / 256GB"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP Main sensor 50 MP Ultra-wide sensor 50 MP Telephoto / Periscope sensor LED Flash HDR",
                    "Selfie camera": "50 MP",
                    "Video recording": "4K / Full HD video support"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "5500 mAh Li-Ion battery",
                    "Wired charging": "Fast charging supported"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 6 support",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.x",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "In-display Fingerprint sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity sensor Compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": null,
        "margin": 2.8,
        "decisive": false,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 55,
                    "nothing-phone-4a-pro": 73.8
                },
                "leader": "nothing-phone-4a-pro"
            },
            {
                "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,
                    "nothing-phone-4a-pro": 93
                },
                "leader": "nothing-phone-4a-pro"
            },
            {
                "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,
                    "nothing-phone-4a-pro": 64.2
                },
                "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,
                    "nothing-phone-4a-pro": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 75,
                    "nothing-phone-4a-pro": 62.5
                },
                "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,
                    "nothing-phone-4a-pro": 67.7
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Huawei nova 16 SE costs PKR 62,000 less.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 3,000 mAh larger battery.",
        "Nothing Phone 4a Pro offers 4 GB more RAM.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE ships with 256 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or Nothing Phone 4a Pro?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE and Nothing Phone 4a Pro finish within a few points of each other, so neither is a clear winner on paper. Pick the one that leads in the category you care about most."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Huawei nova 16 SE and Nothing Phone 4a Pro in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Nothing Phone 4a Pro at PKR 189,999. That makes Huawei nova 16 SE cheaper by PKR 62,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Nothing Phone 4a Pro?",
            "answer": "Nothing Phone 4a Pro scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Huawei nova 16 SE or Nothing Phone 4a Pro?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Nothing Phone 4a Pro a 5500 mAh cell."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Nothing Phone 4a Pro?",
            "answer": "Nothing Phone 4a Pro is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Nothing Phone 4a Pro runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}