Side-by-side technical data
Hotwav Note 13 Max vs Hotwav Note 16
Comparison between Hotwav Note 13 Max 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 13 Max is the more capable pick: it leads the Note 16 in performance and cameras, and offers 256 GB of maximum storage against 64 GB. Its overall NeoScore is also higher, at 4.8 versus 4.1.
The Note 13 Max packs 409 ppi against the Note 16’s 260 ppi. The Note 16 is lighter at 208 g versus 223 g, and its usable surface is 82% versus 70%. Both have a 5160 mAh battery and 10 W fast charging; the Max also supports wireless charging.
The Note 13 Max pairs a 48 MP main camera and 16 MP front camera with 13 MP and 5 MP, respectively, on the Note 16. It also has NFC and an A drop-resistance class, while the Note 16 has class D. The Note 16 suits buyers who value lower weight and more usable screen; the Max is the choice for more storage, higher camera resolutions, and wireless charging.
Hotwav Note 13 Max
The Hotwav Note 13 Max is better for anyone needing more storage and wireless charging: it offers 256 GB and supports wireless charging.
Hotwav Note 16
The Hotwav Note 16 is the better buy for anyone prioritizing a lighter phone and more usable screen, at 208 g and 82%.
The verdict
Your pick: Hotwav Note 13 Max, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity.
| Category | Note 13 Max | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.0 | 4.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.9 | 2.8 |
| Camera | 4.2 | 3.5 |
| Connectivity | 5.6 | 5.2 |
| Battery & charging | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Which one is for you?
Hotwav Note 13 Max, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 256,000
- against 235,000
- RAM Capacity
- 6 GB
- against 4 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- against 64 GB
- Display Pixel Density
- 409 ppi
- against 260 ppi
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 13 Max | 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 | 256 GB Best value | 64 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 256,000 Best value | 235,000 |
| CPU Description | 2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6x1.6 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 | 6 GB Best value | 4 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Note 13 Max | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Gold, Purple | 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 | A Best value | D |
| Repairability Class | B Best value | C |
| Drop Test Count | 270 Best value | 57 |
Battery
| Specification | Note 13 Max | 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 | 10 W | 10 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable |
| Charge cycles | 800 | 800 |
Display
| Specification | Note 13 Max | 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 13 Max | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Note 13 Max | 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 13 Max | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 14 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Note 13 Max | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 1900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 3G UMTS B1, 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 | 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 |
| Cellular Technologies | LTE | — |
| 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, FM Radio, USB 2.0 | Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | — |
Audio
| Specification | Note 13 Max | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, LDAC, SBC, AAC | A2DP, LE |
