{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-samsung-galaxy-s25-edge/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T12:28:15+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge",
    "answer": "The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 84 against 81 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and memory & storage. The Huawei nova 16 SE still wins on battery & charging and 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 234,999.",
    "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": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s25-edge/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Samsung-Galaxy-S25-Edge-Showcase.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 234999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2025-10-31T06:32:23+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 95.4,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 51.8,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 60.3,
                "overall": 84.3
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2025 (expected in Pakistan)",
                    "Dimensions": "158.2 × 75.6 × 5.8 mm",
                    "Weight": "168 g"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.7 in",
                    "Resolution": "1440 × 3120 pixels (~513 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz",
                    "Protection": "Unspecified"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)",
                    "CPU": "7-core (2 × 4.32 GHz + 5 × 3.53 GHz)",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 830",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 with One UI 7"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB / 512 GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "200 MP wide (OIS) + 12 MP ultrawide",
                    "Selfie camera": "12 MP",
                    "Video recording": "8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion ~3900 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "25W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Sim, eSIM (Nano-SIM)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (under-display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge",
        "margin": 3.6,
        "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,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge": 95.4
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge"
            },
            {
                "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,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge": 98
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge"
            },
            {
                "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,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge": 51.8
                },
                "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,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 75,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge": 87.5
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-edge": 60.3
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Huawei nova 16 SE costs PKR 107,000 less.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 4,600 mAh larger battery.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE charges 41W faster.",
        "Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge offers 4 GB more RAM.",
        "Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a 150 MP higher-resolution main sensor."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 3.6 points. It wins on performance, camera 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge at PKR 234,999. That makes Huawei nova 16 SE cheaper by PKR 107,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores higher in our camera assessment. Huawei nova 16 SE uses a 50 MP main sensor against 200 MP on Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Huawei nova 16 SE or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge a 3900 mAh cell, with 66W and 25W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge runs the Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 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/)."
}