HUAWEI nova 16 Pro, 16 Ultra launched: Kirin 9010S, 200MP RYYB main camera, and 7,000mAh battery

Huawei officially expanded its product ecosystem in China with the debut of the Nova 16 Pro and Nova 16 Ultra.

HUAWEI nova 16 Ultra

HUAWEI nova 16 Series goes official

To start, the Nova 16 Ultra features an aluminum alloy chassis and is available in several colorways, while the Pro variant offers a similar aesthetic at a more accessible price point.

Regarding durability and secondary hardware, the Ultra model carries IP68 and IP69 ratings for superior water and dust resistance, whereas the Pro model is rated at IP65. 

HUAWEI nova Pro

In front, both devices feature a 6.84-inch OLED display protected by Kunlun Glass. This panel supports a resolution of 2856 x 1320 and utilizes LTPO technology for an adaptive refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz, complemented by 2160Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort. 

Inside, both models are equipped with the Kirin 9010S chipset and high-capacity memory configurations to ensure flagship-level performance.

The features

Power is managed by a large 7,000mAh battery across both devices, supporting 100W wired fast charging. The Ultra model distinguishes itself by adding 50W wireless charging and 7.5W reverse wireless charging capabilities.

The imaging systems are led by a 200MP RYYB main sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS). 

While both phones feature a 50MP RYYB periscope telephoto lens and a 50MP ultra-wide macro camera, the Ultra model integrates a specialized Red Maple color sensor for improved color accuracy. 

On the front, both devices house a 50MP selfie camera, though the Ultra again includes an additional Red Maple color lens for front-facing shots. 

These hardware components are also supported by AI-driven portrait and telephoto optimization tools capable of 4K video recording.

The Ultra also includes an infrared remote control. Connectivity features for both models include WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0, but the Ultra extends its capabilities with Tiantong satellite calling and paging. 

While the Pro supports two-way BeiDou satellite messaging, the Ultra provides a more comprehensive satellite communication suite. 

Both smartphones launch with HarmonyOS 6.1, the latest iteration of HUAWEI's proprietary operating system.

HUAWEI Nova 16 Pro and Ultra specs, features:

• 6.84-inch LTPO OLED panel with 1-120Hz refresh rate, 6,000 nits peak brightness
• Kirin 9010S chipset
• 12GB RAM
• 1TB storage
• 7,000mAh battery + 100W SuperCharge, (Ultra gets 50W wireless charging)
• 200MP RYYB main camera (OIS) + 50MP 3.7x periscope + 50MP ultra-wide with macro
• Red Maple color sensor for Ultra variant
• WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0
• HarmonyOS 6.1

China price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):

HUAWEI nova 16 Pro 256GB - CNY 3,899 (around PHP 35.5K)

HUAWEI nova 16 Pro 512GB - CNY 4,399 (around PHP 40K)

HUAWEI nova 16 Pro 1TB - CNY 4,999 (around PHP 45.5K)

HUAWEI nova 16 Ultra 256GB - CNY 4,699 (around PHP 42.8K)

HUAWEI nova 16 Ultra 512GB - CNY 5,199 (around PHP 47.3K)

HUAWEI nova 16 Ultra 1TB - CNY 5,799 (around PHP 52.8K)

It is currently available in China. No word yet for a PH release at the moment.

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Source: HUAWEI, 2