Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Infinix Hot 9 Play
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads — 36/100 vs 11/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 9 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Huawei nova 14 Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 9 Play doesn't; the Huawei nova 14 Lite is noticeably lighter (191g vs 209g).
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 209g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Overall rating 11/100
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Infinix Hot 9 Play, the Huawei nova 14 Lite scores 25 points higher (36/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (61/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 Lite | Infinix Hot 9 Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 486 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 209 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (61/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Infinix Hot 9 Play?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play by 25 points (36/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Infinix Hot 9 Play?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Infinix Hot 9 Play — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Infinix Hot 9 Play?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Infinix Hot 9 Play?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for everyday use.