{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-oppo-f31-pro/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T15:26:56+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs Oppo F31 Pro",
    "answer": "The Oppo F31 Pro is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 84 against 78 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and battery & charging. The Huawei nova 16 SE still wins on memory & storage, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Oppo F31 Pro is the cheaper of the two at PKR 94,999 against PKR 127,999.",
    "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": 71.3,
                "overall": 77.9
            },
            "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": "Oppo F31 Pro",
            "slug": "oppo-f31-pro",
            "brand": "Oppo",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/oppo/oppo-f31-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-19-2026-10_56_46-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 94999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-06-20T04:05:24+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 62.1,
                "camera": 97,
                "battery": 90,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 83.6
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2025 (Released)",
                    "Dimensions": "158.2 x 75.0 x 8.0 mm",
                    "Weight": "190-191 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68/IP69 dust and water resistant"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.57 Inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 x 2372 Pixels (FHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED, 1B Colors, 120Hz",
                    "Protection": "DT-Star D+"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (4nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (4x Cortex-A78 + 4x Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G615 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15, ColorOS 15"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP Wide, OIS 2 MP Monochrome/Depth HDR, Panorama, Color Spectrum Sensor, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@120fps, OIS, EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Silicon-Carbon Li-Ion 7000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "80W SUPERVOOC wired fast charging, 10W wired reverse charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 6, Dual-Band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4, aptX HD, LDAC",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Under-display Optical Fingerprint Accelerometer Gyroscope Compass Proximity Sensor Ambient Light Sensor Color Temperature Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG Supported"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "oppo-f31-pro",
        "margin": 5.7,
        "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,
                    "oppo-f31-pro": 62.1
                },
                "leader": "oppo-f31-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,
                    "oppo-f31-pro": 97
                },
                "leader": "oppo-f31-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,
                    "oppo-f31-pro": 90
                },
                "leader": "oppo-f31-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "oppo-f31-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,
                    "oppo-f31-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": 71.3,
                    "oppo-f31-pro": 100
                },
                "leader": "oppo-f31-pro"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Oppo F31 Pro costs PKR 33,000 less.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 1,500 mAh larger battery.",
        "Oppo F31 Pro charges 14W faster.",
        "Oppo F31 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 Oppo F31 Pro?",
            "answer": "Oppo F31 Pro comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 5.7 points. It wins on performance, camera, battery & charging 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 Oppo F31 Pro in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Oppo F31 Pro at PKR 94,999. That makes Oppo F31 Pro cheaper by PKR 33,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Oppo F31 Pro?",
            "answer": "Oppo F31 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 Oppo F31 Pro?",
            "answer": "Oppo F31 Pro leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Oppo F31 Pro a 7000 mAh cell, with 66W and 80W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Oppo F31 Pro?",
            "answer": "Oppo F31 Pro is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Oppo F31 Pro runs the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy (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/)."
}