Huawei nova 16 SE
Huawei
PKR 127,999
79/100 overall
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Huawei nova 16 SE vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus
Full specification and price comparison for Pakistan, updated 12 Aug 2026.
The short answer
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 93 against 79 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and battery & charging. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus is the cheaper of the two at PKR 124,999 against PKR 127,999.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus
Redmi
PKR 124,999
93/100 overall
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The verdict
Spec-derivedXiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus takes it by 14.3 points on our weighted spec score.
What actually differs
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus costs PKR 3,000 less.
- Huawei nova 16 SE packs a 3,300 mAh larger battery.
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus charges 54W faster.
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus offers 8 GB more RAM.
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus has a 150 MP higher-resolution main sensor.
Buy the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus if…
you care most about performance, camera, battery & charging, memory & storage and value for money.
Full specification comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 16 SE | Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price in Pakistan | ||
| Retail price | PKR 127,999 | PKR 124,999 Cheaper |
| Design & build | ||
| Release date | August 5, 2026 — China | March 24–26, 2026. ( Pakistan) |
| Dimensions | Not officially confirmed | Not listed |
| Weight | 229 g | Not listed |
| Water resistance | IP65 (reported) | IP68 or IP54 (not officially confirmed yet) |
| Display | ||
| Screen size | 6.84 inches Better | ~6.67 inches |
| Resolution | 1276 × 2776 pixels Better | 1.5K (1220 x 2712 pixels approx.) |
| Panel type | LTPS OLED 120Hz Up to 8,000 nits (reported) | AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate |
| Protection | Kunlun Glass | Gorilla Glass (version TBD) |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 / 8350 (expected range) |
| CPU | Octa-core 1 × high-performance core + 3 × performance cores + 4 × efficiency cores | Octa-core |
| GPU | Huawei Maleoon | Mali-G615 class (expected) |
| Operating system | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 14 / HyperOS |
| Memory & storage | ||
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB Better |
| Internal storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB |
| Card slot | No | No |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP f/1.9 RYYB, reported Huawei Red Maple multispectral sensor LED flash, HDR, panorama, AI photography | 200 MP (wide, OIS) 8 MP (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro/depth) Better |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP f/2.2 HDR, AI photography | 32 MP (wide) |
| Video recording | Up to 4K@30fps, reported | 4K @ 30/60fps 1080p @ 120fps |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery capacity | Li-Ion (non-removable) 8,500 mAh Better | Li-Po (non-removable) 5200 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66W fast charging, reported | 120W fast charging (key highlight) Better |
| Connectivity & extras | ||
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby) |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0 | 5.3 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Fingerprint Side-mounted Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Ambient Light Compass Color Spectrum / Multispectral Sensor | Fingerprint: Under-display (optical) Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| USB | USB Type-C OTG | USB Type-C |
“Better” marks the higher (or, for price and weight, the lower) figure. It is a specification difference, not a judgement about real-world experience.
Questions people ask
Which is better, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 14.3 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.
What is the price of Huawei nova 16 SE and Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus in Pakistan?
Huawei nova 16 SE is listed at PKR 127,999 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus at PKR 124,999. That makes Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus cheaper by PKR 3,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative.
Which has the better camera, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus scores higher in our camera assessment. Huawei nova 16 SE uses a 50 MP main sensor against 200 MP on Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone.
Which phone has the better battery, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus leads on battery. Huawei nova 16 SE carries a 8500 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus a 5200 mAh cell, with 66W and 120W wired charging respectively.
Which is better for gaming, Huawei nova 16 SE or Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus?
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus is the stronger gaming phone here. Huawei nova 16 SE runs the Huawei Kirin 8020 (7nm) while Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus runs the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 / 8350 (expected range).
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