Huawei Nova 15 vs Realme GT7 (China)
The Huawei Nova 15 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 62/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 6000); the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 1,033,121); the Huawei Nova 15 is thinner (7.2mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Nova 15
Realme GT7 (China)
What makes Huawei Nova 15 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 203g
- Better camera (45/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 1033121
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1389
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 4125
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Nova 15 vs the Realme GT7 (China), the Realme GT7 (China) scores 9 points higher (71/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 leads (45/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Huawei Nova 15 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 | Realme GT7 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1033121 | 2835794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1389 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4125 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 1280x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×75.5×7.2 mm | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei Nova 15
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Nova 15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Nova 15 and Realme GT7 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 (China) leads Huawei Nova 15 by 63.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT7 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Huawei Nova 15 (89/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 is a bit better (45/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) and the Huawei Nova 15 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Realme GT7 (China) edges out the Huawei Nova 15 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 and the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Huawei Nova 15 has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Realme GT7 (China) — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Huawei Nova 15 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 over the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Huawei Nova 15 is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.