{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-realme-16-pro/",
    "generated": "2026-08-13T12:06:08+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs Realme 16 Pro",
    "answer": "The Realme 16 Pro is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 89 against 81 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and battery & charging. The Huawei nova 16 SE still wins on value for money, 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 163,999.",
    "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": "Realme 16 Pro",
            "slug": "realme-16-pro",
            "brand": "Realme",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/realme/realme-16-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ChatGPT-Image-Dec-7-2025-10_20_21-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 163999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2025-12-07T05:24:23+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 73.8,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 90,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 88,
                "overall": 88.6
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "July 31, 2026 (Expected)",
                    "Dimensions": "162.6 x 77.6 x 7.75 mm",
                    "Weight": "192 g"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.78 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1272 x 2772 Pixels (~450 PPI)",
                    "Panel type": "OLED Capacitive Touchscreen",
                    "Protection": "Gorilla Glass 7i"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)",
                    "CPU": "2.5 GHz Octa-Core",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 722",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 OS (Realme UI 7.0)"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8/12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128/256/512GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Dual: 200 MP + 8 MP (LED Flash, OIS, HDR, Panorama)",
                    "Selfie camera": "50 MP (supports optical zoom)",
                    "Video recording": "4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-ion Si-Ca 7000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "80W wired (50% in 25 min)"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "v5.4 with A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Accelerometer, Compass, Gyro, Proximity, Under-display Optical Fingerprint",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "realme-16-pro",
        "margin": 7.9,
        "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,
                    "realme-16-pro": 73.8
                },
                "leader": "realme-16-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,
                    "realme-16-pro": 98
                },
                "leader": "realme-16-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,
                    "realme-16-pro": 90
                },
                "leader": "realme-16-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "realme-16-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,
                    "realme-16-pro": 87.5
                },
                "leader": "realme-16-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "realme-16-pro": 88
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Huawei nova 16 SE costs PKR 36,000 less.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 1,500 mAh larger battery.",
        "Realme 16 Pro charges 14W faster.",
        "Realme 16 Pro offers 4 GB more RAM.",
        "Realme 16 Pro has a 150 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or Realme 16 Pro?",
            "answer": "Realme 16 Pro comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 7.9 points. It wins on performance, camera, battery & charging and memory & storage. 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 Realme 16 Pro in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Realme 16 Pro at PKR 163,999. That makes Huawei nova 16 SE cheaper by PKR 36,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Realme 16 Pro?",
            "answer": "Realme 16 Pro scores higher in our camera assessment. Huawei nova 16 SE uses a 50 MP main sensor against 200 MP on Realme 16 Pro, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Huawei nova 16 SE or Realme 16 Pro?",
            "answer": "Realme 16 Pro leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Realme 16 Pro a 7000 mAh cell, with 66W and 80W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Realme 16 Pro?",
            "answer": "Realme 16 Pro is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Realme 16 Pro runs the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}