Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Huawei Pura 90s Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S; launch prices were $1199 and $980. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90s Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 1,273,046); the Huawei Pura 90s Pro is noticeably lighter (213g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 1273046
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 3894
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Huawei Pura 90s Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 213g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $980 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Huawei Pura 90s Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro leads (75/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Huawei Pura 90s Pro — 44/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (49/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Huawei Pura 90s Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 1273046 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 1273 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 3894 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1256x2760 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16, EMUI 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 157.8×74.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $980 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
- 6.6" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1256x2760
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Huawei Pura 90s Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Huawei Pura 90s Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads Huawei Pura 90s Pro by 99.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $219. Huawei Pura 90s Pro was $219 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro (92/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (75/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (49/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max edges out the Huawei Pura 90s Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Huawei Pura 90s Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Huawei Pura 90s Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.