Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 59/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei nova 14 Lite is thinner (7.2mm vs 8.5mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Huawei nova 14 Lite better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 203g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 33 points higher (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Huawei nova 14 Lite are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (87/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (72/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 Lite | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | $845 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Huawei nova 14 Lite are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (100/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (87/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro (72/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite by 33 points (92/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.