Huawei nova 11i vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Huawei nova 11i (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 38/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 11i doesn't; the Huawei nova 11i is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 11i
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Huawei nova 11i better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1423
- Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 11i vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 42 points higher (80/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11i (92/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11i (88/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11i (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 11i is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 11i | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 Tiramisu | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.6×8.6 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 11i
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 11i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 11i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 11i and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Huawei nova 11i by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11i (92/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11i (88/100 vs 53/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11i (81/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 11i is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 11i or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 11i by 42 points (80/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 11i and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 11i has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 11i or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 11i or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 11i over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.