Side-by-side technical data
Hotwav Note 16 Pro vs Hotwav Note 16
Comparison between Hotwav Note 16 Pro 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 16 Pro is the more complete choice for buyers who need extra storage and better selfies: it has 128 GB and an 8 MP front camera. The Hotwav Note 16 trails there, but it withstands more impacts in the drop test, with 57 versus 52.
The display and build are nearly identical. Both phones are 8.2 mm thick, weigh 208 g, and use Panda Glass; the Pro adds curved glass. Performance comes from the same Unisoc Tiger T606, 4 GB of RAM, and 235,000 AnTuTu points, while storage gives the Pro a clear advantage: 128 GB versus 64 GB.
The rest is closely matched: both have a waterdrop notch, capacitive touch, a 5,160 mAh battery, and 10 W fast charging. The front camera is 8 MP on the Pro and 5 MP on the Note 16. The Note 16 is the better buy only if it costs less; the Pro earns its place with more storage and the stronger front camera.
Hotwav Note 16 Pro
The Hotwav Note 16 Pro is the better buy for buyers who want 128 GB and an 8 MP front camera.
Hotwav Note 16
The Hotwav Note 16 is the better buy only if it costs less; its clear advantage is 57 versus 52 in the drop test.
The verdict
Your pick: Hotwav Note 16 Pro, ahead on Performance & hardware.
| Category | Note 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Performance & hardware | 3.0 | 2.7 |
| Camera | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Connectivity | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Battery & charging | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Which one is for you?
Hotwav Note 16 Pro, if you care about…
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 128 GB
- against 64 GB
Hotwav Note 16, if you care about…
- Drop Test Count
- 57
- against 52
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Note 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc Tiger T606 | Unisoc Tiger T606 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 | Mali-G57 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB Best value | 64 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 235,000 | 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 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Pink, Grey | Black, Blue, Gold |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 78.3 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Body Height | 171.8 mm | 171.8 mm |
| Weight | 208 g | 208 g |
| Usable Surface | 82 % | 82 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Plastic |
| Drop Resistance Class | D | D |
| Repairability Class | C | C |
| Drop Test Count | 52 | 57 Best value |
Battery
| Specification | Note 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | D | 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, Non-Removable | Fast Charging, Non-Removable |
| Charge cycles | 800 | 800 |
Display
| Specification | Note 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.9″ | 6.9″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,640 px | 1,640 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 260 ppi | 260 ppi |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, Curved Glass, Panda Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch | Water Drop Notch, Panda Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch |
Sensors
| Specification | Note 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Note 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Note 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 14 |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Note 16 Pro | 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 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 | 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 | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | Computer Sync, OTA Sync, FM Radio, 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 16 Pro | Note 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
