Huawei Nova 15 Max vs Realme realme V23i
The Huawei Nova 15 Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8000A, while the Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). 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 13 MP; the Huawei Nova 15 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't; the Realme realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 232g).
Huawei Nova 15 Max
Realme realme V23i
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- 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: 185g vs 232g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 10/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Max vs the Realme realme V23i, 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 realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (62/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (68/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Max | Realme realme V23i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8000A | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 682743 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 904 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2420 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.6" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 2756x1272 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | EMUI 14.2 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.0×8.0 mm | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Realme realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2756x1272
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 15 Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
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 realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (62/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i significantly outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Max (68/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Realme realme V23i?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 21 points (32/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Max and the Realme realme V23i?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Realme realme V23i — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Max or the Realme realme V23i?
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 realme V23i?
The Huawei Nova 15 Max is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use.