Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs Huawei Pura X Max
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9010, while the Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro; launch prices were $619 and $1520. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 65/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5300); the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 1,181,469); the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is noticeably lighter (202g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
Huawei Pura X Max
What makes Huawei Nova 15 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Lighter: 202g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $619 vs $1520
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 1181469
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 1421
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 4323
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 Pro vs the Huawei Pura X Max, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 5 points higher (70/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Huawei Nova 15 Pro — 44/100, Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100; 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 X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (69/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 Pro | Huawei Pura X Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9010 | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1181469 | 2107301 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1421 | 1680 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4323 | 6200 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | |
| Resolution | 2856x1320 | 1828x2584 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | HarmonyOS 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP58/IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×78.0×6.9 mm | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $619 | $1520 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 Pro and Huawei Pura X Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Huawei Nova 15 Pro by 43.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $901. Huawei Nova 15 Pro was $901 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Huawei Nova 15 Pro are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a bit better (69/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Pura X Max edges out the Huawei Nova 15 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 Pro and the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Huawei Pura X Max — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 Pro or the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 66/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 Pro over the Huawei Pura X Max?
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users.