Confirmed: HUAWEI nova 16s Series is coming to the Philippines, with prices starting at PHP 29,999

HUAWEI Mobile Philippines today confirmed that the new nova 16s Series will be available in the country soon. The Chinese tech giant also revealed their official pricing and pre-order details ahead of launch.

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HUAWEI nova 16 Series price and availability in the Philippines

nova 16s Series pricing in PH

HUAWEI nova 16s - PHP 29,999

HUAWEI nova 16 Pro - PHP 39,999

The HUAWEI nova 16s Series opens for pre-order on October 30, with the nova 16s priced at PHP 29,999 and the nova 16s Pro at PHP 39,999, both with a limited-time PHP 5,000 discount and freebies worth up to PHP 14,997.

From October 23 to 29, a PHP 500 deposit on the HUAWEI Online Store unlocks a PHP 6,000 discount. Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop buyers can also claim a PHP 5,000 voucher while stocks last.

Starting October 23, join the TikTok #TrueColorsSelfieChallenge for a chance to win a HUAWEI nova 16s Pro. The top 50 entries with the most views will win from a total prize pool worth PHP 2.24 million.

HUAWEI nova 16s Series highlights

According to HUAWEI, the new nova 16s Series combines Front and Rear True-to-Color Camera technology with a massive main camera and AI-powered photography tools. It also features 5G connectivity, an IceBridge cooling system, a large battery with super-fast charging, a smooth and bright display, EMUI 16, Celia AI, and seamless cross-OS file sharing with Apple devices.

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The HUAWEI nova 16s comes in Breathing Crystal, Starry Black, and Sky White colorways. It features a large 6.84-inch display with an adaptive 1Hz to 120Hz refresh rate and up to 6,000 nits peak brightness for improved outdoor visibility.

Powering the device is a massive 7,000mAh battery paired with 100W HUAWEI SuperCharge Turbo technology, while the IceBridge Heat Dissipation Architecture helps keep temperatures in check during intensive tasks.

For imaging, it sports a 200MP main camera backed by AI-powered photography features such as AI Composition, AI Move, AI Remove, AI De-Glare, and AI Best Expression.

0.8x to 5x selfie zoom

Other highlights include 5G connectivity, EMUI 16, the Celia AI Assistant, and Seamless Cross-OS File Transfer for compatible Apple devices.

HUAWEI nova 16s Specs

Display: 6.68-inch OLED screen w/ 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, FHD+ 2800 x 1280 resolution at 508 ppi

CPU: Kirin 8020 octa-core processor

RAM: 12GB

ROM: 256GB

Back Camera: 50MP f/1.9 Ultra Vision Camera + 50MP f/2.6 RYYB 3.3x Periscope Telephoto w/ OIS + True-to-Color Camera + LED flash

Selfie Camera: 50MP f/2.4 Ultra Portrait Camera

Battery: 7,000mAh w/ USB-C 100W SuperCharge Turbo

OS: EMUI 16.0

Connectivity: WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz) 2x2 MIMO, 5G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 6.0 LE (SBC, AAC, LDAC, L2HC), NFC, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, dual SIM

Sensors: Gravity, gyroscope, compass, light, proximity, flicker

Others: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, IP65 dust and water resistance, IR Blaster, stereo speakers, Colors: Breathing Crystal, Sky White, Starry Black

Dimensions: 159.6 x 75.5 x 7.3 mm

Weight: 199 g

Price: PHP 29,999

Meanwhile, the HUAWEI nova 16s Pro is available in Breathing Crystal, Isle Blue, and Starry Black.

HUAWEI nova 16s Pro

It boasts a premium build with an aerospace-grade aluminum mid-frame, Kunlun Glass protection with enhanced drop and wear resistance, a fingerprint-resistant Frosted AG Glass back, a slim 7.1mm profile, and a weight of 218 grams.

True-to-Color front camera

For cameras, the device is highlighted by its Front and Rear True-to-Color Camera system, featuring a 50MP Ultra Portrait selfie camera, a 1.5MP multispectral sensor, a large 1/2.5-inch front sensor, and an industry-first 0.8x to 5x selfie zoom range.

nova 16s Pro screen

At the back is a quad-camera setup led by a flagship-grade 200MP RYYB main camera with a large 1/1.28-inch sensor and an f/1.8 aperture designed for improved low-light photography.

The phone features a 50MP f/2.4 Ultra Portrait Camera designed for detailed portrait shots with enhanced depth and clarity.

HUAWEI nova 16s Pro Specs

Display: 6.84-inch LTPO OLED screen w/ 1-120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming, FHD+ 2856 x 1320 resolution at 460 ppi

CPU: Kirin 9010S octa-core processor

RAM: 12GB

ROM: 512GB

Back Camera: 200MP f/1.8 RRYB Ultra-Large Sensor w/ OIS + 50MP f/2.2 Ultra-Wide Camera + 50MP f/2.6 RYYB 3.7x Periscope Telephoto w/ OIS + LED flash

Selfie Camera: 50MP f/2.4 Ultra Portrait Camera

Battery: 7,000mAh w/ USB-C 100W SuperCharge Turbo

OS: EMUI 16.0

Connectivity: WiFi (2.4GHz/5GHz) 2x2 MIMO, 5G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 6.0 LE (SBC, AAC, LDAC, L2HC), NFC, GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, dual SIM

Sensors: Gravity, gyroscope, compass, light, proximity, flicker

Others: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, IP65 dust and water resistance, IR Blaster, stereo speakers, Colors: Isle Blue, Breathing Crystal, Starry Black

Dimensions: 163 x 78 x 7.1 mm

Weight: 218 g

Price: PHP 39,999

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