{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-oneplus-ace-6-ultra/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T16:24:43+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra",
    "answer": "The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 96 against 80 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and battery & charging. The Huawei nova 16 SE is the cheaper of the two at PKR 127,999 against PKR 143,999.",
    "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": 92.4,
                "overall": 80
            },
            "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": "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra",
            "slug": "oneplus-ace-6-ultra",
            "brand": "OnePlus",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/oneplus/oneplus-ace-6-ultra/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-1-2026-11_06_36-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 143999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-05-01T06:12:48+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 95.5,
                "camera": 96,
                "battery": 89.2,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 96.1
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Mid–Late 2026",
                    "Water resistance": "Not confirmed"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.78 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1264 × 2780 pixels (approx)",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate",
                    "Protection": "Not officially confirmed"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 750",
                    "Operating system": "Android 14 (expected)"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB / 16GB / 24GB (expected variants)",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB / 1TB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP (Wide, OIS) 8 MP (Ultra-wide) 2 MP (Macro/Depth) LED flash, HDR, panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "16 MP",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30/60fps, 1080p"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li Po ( Non removable) ~5500 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "100W+ fast charging (expected)"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 6 / 7",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Under-display (optical) Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "oneplus-ace-6-ultra",
        "margin": 16.1,
        "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,
                    "oneplus-ace-6-ultra": 95.5
                },
                "leader": "oneplus-ace-6-ultra"
            },
            {
                "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,
                    "oneplus-ace-6-ultra": 96
                },
                "leader": "oneplus-ace-6-ultra"
            },
            {
                "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,
                    "oneplus-ace-6-ultra": 89.2
                },
                "leader": "oneplus-ace-6-ultra"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "oneplus-ace-6-ultra": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 75,
                    "oneplus-ace-6-ultra": 100
                },
                "leader": "oneplus-ace-6-ultra"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 92.4,
                    "oneplus-ace-6-ultra": 100
                },
                "leader": "oneplus-ace-6-ultra"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Huawei nova 16 SE costs PKR 16,000 less.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 3,000 mAh larger battery.",
        "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra charges 34W faster.",
        "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra offers 16 GB more RAM.",
        "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra ships with 512 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?",
            "answer": "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 16.1 points. It wins on performance, camera, battery & charging, memory & storage and value for money. Huawei nova 16 SE 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 OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra at PKR 143,999. That makes Huawei nova 16 SE cheaper by PKR 16,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?",
            "answer": "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra 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 OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?",
            "answer": "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra a 5500 mAh cell, with 66W and 100W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?",
            "answer": "OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}