Huawei nova 14 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Huawei nova 14 (2025) runs on the Kirin 8000, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $360 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 682,743); the Huawei nova 14 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 14
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Huawei nova 14 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 682743
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 904
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2420
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $360
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 leads (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Huawei nova 14 — 46/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Huawei nova 14 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 14 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 8000 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 682743 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 904 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2420 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×75.5×7.2 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $360 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 14
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 14
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 14 and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Huawei nova 14 by 75.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $60. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $60 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 (89/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Huawei nova 14 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 14 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (72/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Huawei nova 14 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Huawei nova 14 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Huawei nova 14 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 14 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.