Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 36/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Huawei nova 14 Lite is noticeably lighter (191g vs 226g).
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 191g vs 226g
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 66W
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 46 points higher (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (61/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 Lite | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 226 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (87/100 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (93/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (72/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (61/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite by 46 points (82/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.