NVR5216-16HP-XI/Pro is a professional network video recorder designed for advanced video surveillance systems, with support for up to 16 IP channels and compatibility with cameras up to 32MP for ultra-high definition images. Based on the WizMind platform with Xinghan AI models , it integrates advanced features such as WizSeek for video search using natural language , facial recognition and video analysis with metadata for intelligent data management. It supports H.265+/H.264+ compression to optimize bandwidth and storage, with 8K HDMI video output and excellent decoding capabilities. Equipped with 16 PoE ports and support for up to 2 HDDs , it guarantees reliability and ease of installation. The NVR NEXT interface ensures an intuitive and modern user experience. Dahua
NVR5216-16HP-XI/Pro | 16-CHANNEL NVR INCLUDING 16 POE CHANNELS - MAXIMUM RESOLUTION 32MP - ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

The Dahua NVR5216-16HP-XI/Pro is an advanced network video recorder designed for professional video surveillance systems, supporting up to 16 IP channels and compatible with cameras up to 32MP for ultra-high definition images. Based on the WizMind platform with Xinghan AI models , it integrates intelligent features such as WizSeek for video search using natural language , facial recognition and video analysis with metadata for efficient data management. It supports H.265+/H.264+ compression to optimize bandwidth and storage, offering 8K HDMI video output and high decoding performance. Equipped with 16 PoE ports and support for up to 2 HDDs , it guarantees simplified installation and long-term reliability. The NVR NEXT interface ensures intuitive use and optimized system management.
Main specifications:
- 16 IP Channels: simultaneous management of complex systems with numerous cameras
- Support up to 32MP: Ultra-high definition images for detailed monitoring
- WizMind AI with Xinghan Models: Advanced Intelligent Analysis and Rapid Search with WizSeek
- H.265+/H.264+ compression: bandwidth reduction and storage optimization
- 8K HDMI output: Ultra-high definition viewing on professional monitors
- 16 built-in PoE ports: power cameras directly without external switches
- Support up to 2 HDDs: Reliable and scalable storage for large amounts of data
- AcuPick and Video Metadata: Intelligent search and detailed analysis of people and vehicles
- NVR NEXT interface: simple, fast and intuitive system management
Further details
Technical data sheet
| NVR5216-16HP-XI/Pro | |
| System | |
| Main Processor | Industrial-grade processor |
| Operating System | Embedded Linux |
| Operating Interface | Web, Local GUI |
| TO THE | |
| AI by Recorder | Face detection; face recognition; video metadata (human, motor vehicles, and non-motor vehicles); perimeter protection; SMD; AcuPick; WizSeek; Texted-Defined Alarming |
| AI by Camera | Face detection; face recognition; video metadata (human, motor vehicles, and non-motor vehicles); perimeter protection; SMD; stereo analysis; crowd distribution; people counting; ANPR; heat maps; PPE detection; AcuPick |
| AcuPick Performance of AI by Recorder (1080P) (Number of Channels) | Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models enabled:8 channels Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models disabled:16 channels |
| AcuPick Performance of AI by Camera (1080P) (Number of Channels) | All channels (36 targets/s) |
| WizSeek | |
| Performance | 1. Compatible with cameras that support AcuPick, it can meet full-channel WizSeek. 2. Compatible with normal cameras, after enabling AcuPick by NVR, it can offer up to 8-channel WizSeek 3. Modeling capability: up to 432,000 targets per day. |
| Search Language | English; TradChinese; Korean |
| Perimeter Protection | |
| Perimeter Performance of AI by Recorder (Number of Channels) | 16 channels, 10 IVS rules for each channel |
| Perimeter Performance of AI by Camera (Number of Channels) | All channels (32 targets/s) |
| Face Detection | |
| Face Attributes | 6 attributes |
| Face Detection Performance of AI by Recorder (Number of Channels) | Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models enabled:8 channels (up to 12 face images/s each channel) Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models disabled:16 channels (up to 12 face images/s each channel) |
| Face Detection Performance of AI by Camera (Number of Channels) | All channels (32 targets/s) |
| Face Recognition | |
| Face Database Capacity | Up to 20 face databases with 200,000 images, with a total capacity of 44 G. |
| Face Recognition Performance of AI by Recorder (Number of Channels) | 32-channel FD (by camera) + FR (by recorder),image stream: 32 face images/s Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models disabled:16-channel FD (by recorder) + FR (by recorder), video stream: 16 face images/s |
| Face Recognition Performance of AI by Camera (Number of Channels) | All channels (32 targets/s) |
| SMD | |
| SMD Plus by Recorder | Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models enabled:Not support Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models disabled:32 channels: Secondary filtering for human and motor vehicle, reducing false alarms caused by leaves, rain and lighting condition change |
| SMD by Camera | All channels (64 targets/s) |
| Video Metadata | |
| Metadata Performance of AI by Recorder (Number of Channels) | Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models enabled:8 channels, 23 attributes extraction. Xinghan Large-Scale AI Models disabled:16 channels, 23 attributes extraction. |
| Metadata Performance of AI by Camera (Number of Channels) | All channels (32 targets/s) |
| People Attributes | 9 human body attributes |
| Motor Vehicle Attributes | 9 attributes |
| Non-motor Vehicle Attributes | 4 attributes |
| Vehicle License Plate Comparison | |
| ANPR by Camera (Number of Channels) | All channels (32 targets/s) |
| License Plate Database Capacity | 1. Create up to 20,000 plate numbers. 2. Blocklist and allowlist |
| Audio and Video | |
| Access Channel | 16 channels |
| Network Bandwidth | AI disabled: 512 Mbps incoming, 512 Mbps recording and 384 Mbps outgoing AI enabled: 200 Mbps incoming, 200 Mbps recording and 200 Mbps outgoing |
| Resolution | 32 MP;24 MP;16 MP;12 MP;8 MP;6 MP;5 MP;4 MP;3 MP;1080p;720p;960p;D1;CIF;QCIF |
| Decoding Capability | AI disabled: 2-channel 32 MP@30 fps; 3-channel 24MP@30fps; 5-channel 16MP@30fps; 6-channel 12MP@30fps; 10-channel 8MP@30fps; 13-channel 6MP@30fps; 16-channel 5MP@30fps; 20-channel 4MP@30fps; 40-channel 1080p@30fps; 64-channel 720p@30fps AI enabled: 1-channel 32 MP@30 fps; 1-channel 24MP@30fps; 2-channel 16MP@30fps; 4-channel 12MP@30fps; 6-channel 8MP@30fps; 8-channel 6MP@30fps; 8-channel 5MP@30fps; 12-channel 4MP@30fps; 24-channel 1080p@30fps; 48-channel 720p@30fps; 64-channel D1@30fps |
| Video Output | 1 VGA, 1 HDMI VGA:1920×1080, 1280×1024, 1280×720 HDMI: 7680×4320, 3840×2160, 1920×1080, 1280×1024, 1280×720 Heterogeneous video source output for HDMI1 and HDMI2 Heterogeneous video source output for HDMI and VGA |
| Multi-screen Display | Main screen: 1/4/8/9/16 Subscreen: 1/4/8/9/16 |
| Third-party Camera Access | ONVIF; Panasonic; Sony; Axis; Arecont; Pelco; Canon; Hanwha |
| Compression Standard | |
| Video Compression | Smart H.265+; H.265; Smart H.264+; H.264; MJPEG |
| Audio Compression | G.711a; G.711u; PCM; G726 |
| Network | |
| Network Protocol | HTTP; HTTPS; TCP/IP; IPv4; IPv6; UDP; NTP; DHCP; DNS; SMTP; UPnP; IP Filter; FTP; DDNS; SNMP; Alarm Server; P2P; Auto Registration; IP Search (Supports IP camera, DVR, NVS, etc.); ISCSI |
| Mobile Phone Access | iOS; Android |
| Interoperability | ONVIF 24.12(Profile T; Profile S; Profile G); CGI; SDK |
| Browser | Chrome; Firefox; IE |
| Recording Playback | |
| Multi-channel Playback | Up to 16 channels |
| Record Mode | General; motion detection; intelligent; alarm; POS |
| Backup Method | USB device and network |
| Playback Mode | Instant playback; general playback; event playback; tag playback; smart playback |
| Storage | |
| Disk Group | Yes |
| Alarm | |
| General Alarm | Motion detection; local alarm; alarm box; camera external alarm; network alarm; scene changing; PIR alarm; thermal alarm |
| Anomaly Alarm | Error (no disk, disk error, low space, RAID exception, low quota space; abnormal disk health; network disconnection; IP conflict; MAC conflict; abnormal fan speed); video loss; video tampering; offline camera; audio detection |
| Intelligent Alarm | Face detection; face recognition; video metadata (human, motor vehicle, and non-motor vehicle); perimeter protection; license plate comparison |
| Alarm Linkage | Record; snapshot (panoramic); local alarm output; IPC external alarm output; audio; buzzers; log, preset; e-mail |
| Port | |
| Audio Input | 1-channel RCA |
| Audio Output | 1-channel RCA |
| Alarm Input | 4 channels |
| Alarm Output | 2 channels |
| Disk Interface | 2 SATA ports. Each disk can contain up to 20 TB. This limit varies depending on the environment temperature. |
| RS-232 | 1 |
| RS-485 | 1 |
| USB | 2 (1 front USB 2.0 port, 1 rear USB 3.0 port) |
| HDMI | 1 |
| VGA | 1 |
| Network Port | 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port, RJ-45) |
| PoE Port | 16 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3 af/at, 1-8 ports support ePoE |
| General | |
| Power Supply | 100–240 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | <15 w="" without="" hdd="" br=""> Total output power of PoE is 150 W, the maximum output power of a single port is 25.5 W |
| Net Weight | 2.72 kg (6.00 lb) |
| Gross Weight | 4.06 kg (8.95 lb) |
| Product Dimensions | 375.0 mm × 327.4 mm × 53.0 mm (14.76" × 12.89" × 2.09") (W × D × H) |
| Packaging Dimensions | 449.0 mm × 421.0 mm × 170.0 mm (17.68" × 16.57" × 6.69") (W × D × H) |
| Operating Temperature | –10 °C to +55 °C (+14 °F to +131 °F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10%–93% (RH), non-condensing |
| Certifications | Class A CE-EMC: EN 55032:2015+A1:2020; EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019+A1:2021; EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019+A2:2021; EN 55035:2017+A11:2020; EN 50130-4:2011+A1:2014 CE-LVD: EN 62368-1:2014 |


