Huawei Nova 15 Max vs Realme C30s
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Max (2026) and the Realme C30s (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 15 Max leads — 32/100 vs 11/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Huawei Nova 15 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't; the Realme C30s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 232g).
Huawei Nova 15 Max
Realme C30s
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 232g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 10/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Max vs the Realme C30s, the Huawei Nova 15 Max scores 21 points higher (32/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max leads (62/100 vs 36/100). 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 C30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (62/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Max | Realme C30s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8000A | — | |
| AnTuTu | 682743 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 904 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2420 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2756x1272 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | EMUI 14.2 | Android 12, Realme UI Go | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.0×8.0 mm | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2756x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
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 C30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (62/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C30s significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (67/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 21 points (32/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Max and the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Realme C30s — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Max over the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use.