Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S; launch prices were $619 and $1250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads — 73/100 vs 65/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,622,749 vs 1,181,469); the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (202g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
What makes Huawei Nova 15 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1421 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4323 vs 3894
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 202g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $619 vs $1250
- Better portability (69/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1622749 vs 1181469
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max scores 8 points higher (73/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 Pro — 44/100, Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max — 56/100; 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 Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (74/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max (69/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Pro | Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | |
| AnTuTu | 1181469 | 1622749 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 1273 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 3894 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 1308x2880 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 16, EMUI 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×6.9 mm | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $619 | $1250 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 Pro and Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads Huawei Nova 15 Pro by 27.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $631. Huawei Nova 15 Pro was $631 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 Pro (74/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max (69/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max edges out the Huawei Nova 15 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Pro over the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.