Huawei nova 10z vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 43/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Huawei nova 10z is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).
Huawei nova 10z
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 225g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 29/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 42 points higher (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (80/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (67/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 10z | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | — | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Huawei nova 10z
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova 10z
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 10z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova 10z
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In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (90/100 vs 57/100).
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In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (80/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (67/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 42 points (85/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.