Side-by-side technical data
Hotwav Note 12 EF vs Hotwav Note 16
Comparison between Hotwav Note 12 EF and Hotwav Note 16: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Hotwav.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Hotwav Note 12 EF is the more capable choice: it beats the Note 16 on storage, cameras, and charging, and its display is sharper at 409 ppi versus 260 ppi. The Note 16 is the pick for a lighter phone with more usable screen area.
The Note 12 EF has 128 GB of storage versus 64 GB and scores 256,000 in AnTuTu versus 235,000. Its cameras also lead: 48 MP versus 13 MP for the rear main camera, and 16 MP versus 5 MP for the front camera. The Note 16 counters with 82% usable surface, compared with 70% on the Note 12 EF.
The Note 16 weighs 208 g and is 8.2 mm thick; the Note 12 EF weighs 223 g and is 9.2 mm thick. Both have a 5,160 mAh battery, but the Note 12 EF supports 18 W charging versus 10 W and adds wireless charging. It also has NFC, while the Note 16 includes FM radio.
Hotwav Note 12 EF
The Hotwav Note 12 EF is the better buy for 128 GB of storage, a 48 MP main camera, and wireless charging.
Hotwav Note 16
The Hotwav Note 16 is the better buy for anyone prioritizing a lighter phone, with 82% usable surface and an 8.2 mm body.
The verdict
Your pick: Hotwav Note 12 EF, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity.
| Category | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.0 | 4.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.4 | 2.8 |
| Camera | 4.2 | 3.5 |
| Connectivity | 5.6 | 5.2 |
| Battery & charging | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Which one is for you?
Hotwav Note 12 EF, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 256,000
- against 235,000
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 128 GB
- against 64 GB
- Display Pixel Density
- 409 ppi
- against 260 ppi
- Fast Charge Power
- 18 W
- against 10 W
Hotwav Note 16, if you care about…
- Weight
- 208 g
- against 223 g
- Usable Surface
- 82 %
- against 70 %
- Body Thickness
- 8.2 mm
- against 9.2 mm
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc Tiger T606 | Unisoc Tiger T606 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 | Mali-G57 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | — |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB Best value | 64 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 256,000 Best value | 235,000 |
| CPU Description | 2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 | 2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Purple, Green | Black, Blue, Gold |
| Body Thickness | 9.2 mm | 8.2 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 78 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Body Height | 173 mm | 171.8 mm |
| Weight | 223 g | 208 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 70 % | 82 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Polycarbonate | Plastic |
| Drop Resistance Class | B Best value | D |
| Repairability Class | B Best value | C |
| Drop Test Count | 180 Best value | 57 |
Battery
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A Best value | D |
| Battery Capacity | 5,160 mAh | 5,160 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 18 W Best value | 10 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Non-Removable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable |
| Charge cycles | 800 | 800 |
Display
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.8″ | 6.9″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,640 px | 1,640 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 409 ppi Best value | 260 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, Scratch Resistant, Gorilla Glass, Panda Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch | Water Drop Notch, Panda Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch |
Sensors
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Thermometer Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 14 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G CDMA BC0, 2G CDMA BC1, 2G CDMA BC10, 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, LDAC, SBC, AAC | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | Computer Sync, NFC, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C | Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C |
Audio
| Specification | Note 12 EF | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, LDAC, SBC, AAC | A2DP, LE |
