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Display 6.84 inch • 120Hz
Camera 50 MP+Auxiliary lens • 32 MP
Performance Kirin 8020
Battery 8500 mAh • 66W
Memory 8 GB • 128GB/256GB/512GB
Operating System HarmonyOS 6.1

Huawei Nova 16 SE full specifications

Detailed specifications based on the currently listed device information.

GENERAL
Model NameHuawei Nova 16 SE
TouchscreenYes
ColorsBlack, White, Orange, Blue
Launch05 August 2026
Release Date13 August 2026
DISPLAY
Display size6.84 inch
Display typeOLED
Resolution typeQHD+
Resolution2756 x 1272 Pixels
Refresh rate120Hz
Brightness8000 nits (peak)*
Pixel density~444
ProtectionAluminosilicate glass
PERFORMANCE
ProcessorKirin 8020
CPU coresOcta-core
Clock speed1.3 GHz
GPUMaleoon 920 2cu
Operating systemHarmonyOS 6.1
CAMERA
Rear camera50 MP+Auxiliary lens
Rear camera typeDual
Selfie camera32 MP
Selfie camera typeSingle
FlashYes
BATTERY
Battery capacity8500 mAh
Battery typeNon-removable
Charging66W
MEMORY & STORAGE
RAM8 GB
Internal storage128GB/256GB/512GB
Variants(128GB+8GB) (256GB+8GB) (512GB+8GB)
Expandable storageNo
CONNECTIVITY
Network technologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
4GYes
5GNo
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi version802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
BluetoothYes
NFCYes
GPSYes
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
Headphone jackNo
InfraredYes
DESIGN & FEATURES
Dimensions163.3 x 78 x 8
Weight229
BuildGlass front, plastic frame, aluminum back
Water resistanceIP65
SIM typeDual
SIM sizeNano SIM
FingerprintYes (side-mounted)
AccelerometerYes
GyroscopeYes
CompassYes
Release date13 August 2026

Phone performance scores

83/100

AssuredZone overall score

Average of the four category scores.
Display85/100
Processor80/100
Camera82/100
Battery85/100

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Huawei Nova 16 SE price in South Africa?

The listed Huawei Nova 16 SE price in South Africa is ZAR 6,089. Retail prices may vary.

Is the Huawei Nova 16 SE available in South Africa?

The current availability of Huawei Nova 16 SE in South Africa has not been confirmed.

Does the Huawei Nova 16 SE support 5G?

No, the Huawei Nova 16 SE is listed without 5G support.

What are the Huawei Nova 16 SE battery and charging specifications?

The Huawei Nova 16 SE has a 8500 mAh battery; the listed charging specification is 66W.

What display does the Huawei Nova 16 SE have?

The Huawei Nova 16 SE has a 6.84 inch OLED display, according to its listed specifications.