Huawei Nova 15 vs Realme V30
The Huawei Nova 15 (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8020, while the Realme V30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek. 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 Huawei Nova 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V30 doesn't.
Huawei Nova 15
Realme V30
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- 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 V30, 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 V30 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme V30 (65/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme V30 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme V30 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei Nova 15 | Realme V30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 8020 | MediaTek | |
| 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 | — | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | EMUI 15 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.9×75.5×7.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei Nova 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme V30
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Huawei Nova 15
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Nova 15
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme V30
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V30
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 V30 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (42/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Nova 15 notably outperforms the Realme V30 (65/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme V30 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 V30 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme V30?
The Huawei Nova 15 significantly outperforms the Realme V30 by 32 points (43/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Nova 15 and the Realme V30?
The Huawei Nova 15 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Realme V30 — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme V30?
The Huawei Nova 15 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Nova 15 or the Realme V30?
The Huawei Nova 15 leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Nova 15 over the Realme V30?
The Huawei Nova 15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V30 is a better fit for everyday use.