{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-nova-16-se-vs-xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T15:26:27+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei nova 16 SE vs Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 97 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 199,999.",
    "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": "Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ChatGPT-Image-Jun-18-2026-11_08_08-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 199999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-06-18T06:16:17+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 97.8,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 100,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 80.6,
                "overall": 97.1
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "November 27, 2024",
                    "Dimensions": "160.3 × 75.0 × 8.4 mm",
                    "Weight": "212g / 217g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 dust and water resistant (up to 2.5m for 30 minutes)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.67 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1440 × 3200 pixels (QHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "OLED, 68B colors, 120Hz Dolby Vision, HDR10+",
                    "Protection": "Xiaomi Longjing Glass 2"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2×4.32GHz + 6×3.53GHz Oryon)",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 830",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15, HyperOS 2"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB / 16GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB / 1TB",
                    "Card slot": "No microSD support"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP, f/1.6, Wide, OIS 50 MP, Telephoto, OIS, 2.5x Optical Zoom 32 MP, Ultrawide, 120° HDR, Panorama, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "20 MP Wide HDR",
                    "Video recording": "8K@24fps 4K@24/30/60fps 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps Gyro-EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Si/C Li-Po, Non-removable 6000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "120W wired fast charging, 50W wireless charging, PD 3.0, QC 3+, 100% in approximately 28 minutes."
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6E/7, Dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LHDC 5",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Under-display Ultrasonic Fingerprint Accelerometer Proximity Sensor Gyroscope Compass Color Spectrum Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG support."
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro",
        "margin": 16.4,
        "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,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro": 97.8
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k80-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,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro": 98
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k80-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,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-nova-16-se": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k80-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,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-k80-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,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-k80-pro": 80.6
                },
                "leader": "huawei-nova-16-se"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Huawei nova 16 SE costs PKR 72,000 less.",
        "Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 2,500 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro charges 54W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro offers 8 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro ships with 512 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 16.4 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 Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro at PKR 199,999. That makes Huawei nova 16 SE cheaper by PKR 72,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K80 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 Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro a 6000 mAh cell, with 66W and 120W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Xiaomi Redmi K80 Pro runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}