Huawei Nova 15 Max vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Huawei Nova 15 Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8000A, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 15 Max leads — 32/100 vs 23/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500).
Huawei Nova 15 Max
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (31/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 10/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Max vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Huawei Nova 15 Max scores 9 points higher (32/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max leads (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Max | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8000A | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 682743 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 904 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2420 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1272 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | EMUI 14.2 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.0×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 232 g | — | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2756x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus is a bit better (31/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (62/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 9 Pro Plus significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (50/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max edges out the Realme 9 Pro Plus by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Max and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus leads on camera score (31/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Max over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.