Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Xiaomi 17 Max
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 36/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei nova 14 Lite is noticeably lighter (191g vs 219g).
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 191g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 48 points higher (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (61/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 Lite | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (88/100 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 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (90/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (83/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (61/100 vs 26/100).
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 Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite by 48 points (84/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.