Huawei Mate 80 vs Huawei Nova 15 Pro
The Huawei Mate 80 (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9020, while the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010; launch prices were $799 and $619. Both devices score the same overall rating of 65/100. Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5750); the Huawei Mate 80 is faster in AnTuTu (1,589,460 vs 1,181,469); the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is thinner (6.9mm vs 8.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate 80
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
What makes Huawei Mate 80 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1589460 vs 1181469
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4446 vs 4323
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 66/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Huawei Nova 15 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1421 vs 1370
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5750 mAh
- Lighter: 202g vs 203g
- Cheaper at launch: $619 vs $799
- Better camera (50/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
The Huawei Mate 80 and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 65/100. In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 leads (81/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Huawei Mate 80 — 44/100, Huawei Nova 15 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 Huawei Mate 80 and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro are nearly equal (69/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Mate 80 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate 80 | Huawei Nova 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9020 | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | |
| AnTuTu | 1589460 | 1181469 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1370 | 1421 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4446 | 4323 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 2856x1320 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5750 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.0 | EMUI 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×76.0×8.0 mm | 163.0×78.0×6.9 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 202 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $619 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate 80
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate 80
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate 80
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate 80 and Huawei Nova 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Mate 80 leads Huawei Nova 15 Pro by 34.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Huawei Nova 15 Pro was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Mate 80 and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro are nearly equal (69/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Mate 80 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Mate 80 is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate 80 or the Huawei Nova 15 Pro?
Both devices scored 65/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Huawei Mate 80 (69/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate 80 and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro?
The Huawei Mate 80 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate 80 or the Huawei Nova 15 Pro?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate 80 over the Huawei Nova 15 Pro?
The Huawei Mate 80 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a better fit for active users.