Huawei nova 12 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 34/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4600); the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 218g).
Huawei nova 12
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 191g vs 218g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (62/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $469 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (77/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 28 points (62/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova 12 leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.