Huawei Nova 15 vs Realme C30s
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 (2026) and the Realme C30s (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Nova 15 leads — 43/100 vs 11/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Nova 15 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Huawei Nova 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't; the Huawei Nova 15 is thinner (7.2mm vs 8.5mm).
Huawei Nova 15
Realme C30s
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 vs the Realme C30s, the Huawei Nova 15 scores 32 points higher (43/100 vs 11/100). 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 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 leads (65/100 vs 36/100). 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 C30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme C30s (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C30s is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme C30s (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 | Realme C30s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1033121 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 12, Realme UI Go | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×75.5×7.2 mm | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei Nova 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Huawei Nova 15
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
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 C30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (42/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme C30s (65/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C30s is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme C30s (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 32 points (43/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 and the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Realme C30s — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 over the Realme C30s?
The Huawei Nova 15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use.