Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Nubia Red Magic 11 Air

Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads — 63/100 vs 36/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Huawei nova 14 Lite is noticeably lighter (191g vs 215g).

The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite by 27 points (63/100 vs 36/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 54
Design 61
Value for money 55
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
Performance 74
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 65
Design 31
Value for money 75
What makes Huawei nova 14 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 191g vs 215g

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Nubia Red Magic 11 Air better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (74/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air scores 27 points higher (63/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (74/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (61/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (75/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei nova 14 Lite: The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air: The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova 14 Lite Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3448524
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.7" OLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1084x2412 2688x1216
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 66W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS HarmonyOS 5.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65 IP54
Dimensions 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm 163.8×76.5×8.0 mm
Weight 191 g 215 g
Price $499
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 14 Lite
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
41
camera
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 14 Lite
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1084x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2688x1216
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 14 Lite
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Price unknown
Nubia Red Magic 11 Air
$499
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (74/100 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 14 Lite is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air (61/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (75/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?

The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite by 27 points (63/100 vs 36/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?

The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air — 63/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?

The Huawei nova 14 Lite leads on camera score (41/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?

The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air leads on performance (74/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Nubia Red Magic 11 Air?

The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Red Magic 11 Air is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.