Huawei nova 10z vs Xiaomi 17 Max
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 18/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Huawei nova 10z is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).
Huawei nova 10z
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 179g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 66 points higher (84/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (83/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (76/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova 10z | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 179 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Huawei nova 10z
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova 10z
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 10z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova 10z
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (83/100 vs 17/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (76/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 66 points (84/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.