Huawei Nova 15 vs Realme 9 Pro Plus
The Huawei Nova 15 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 15 leads — 43/100 vs 23/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500).
Huawei Nova 15
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 23/100
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 vs the Realme 9 Pro Plus, the Huawei Nova 15 scores 20 points higher (43/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 15 leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 leads (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 leads (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 | Realme 9 Pro Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1033121 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×75.5×7.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | — | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei Nova 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Huawei Nova 15
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Nova 15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (65/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus by 20 points (43/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 and the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Realme 9 Pro Plus — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 over the Realme 9 Pro Plus?
The Huawei Nova 15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use.