Huawei nova 10z vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 18/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Huawei nova 10z is noticeably lighter (179g vs 226g).
Huawei nova 10z
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 226g
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 64 points higher (82/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 10z leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (72/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (76/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 10z | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 226 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Huawei nova 10z
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova 10z
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 10z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova 10z
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (87/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (93/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (72/100 vs 17/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (76/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 64 points (82/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 10z or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.