Huawei nova 12 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 34/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4600); the Huawei nova 12 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 219g).
Huawei nova 12
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 191g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 50 points higher (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 12 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (61/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (82/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (61/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 50 points (84/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.