Huawei nova 4e vs Xiaomi 17
The Huawei nova 4e (2019) runs on the Hisilicon Kirin 710, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 32/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3340); the main camera is 24 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 336,905); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 4e doesn't; the Huawei nova 4e is noticeably lighter (159g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 4e
Xiaomi 17
What makes Huawei nova 4e better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 191g
- Better portability (90/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 336905
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 362
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1222
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3340 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 24MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 4e vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 55 points higher (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (95/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (85/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (81/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 4e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (90/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 4e | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Hisilicon Kirin 710 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 336905 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 362 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1222 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2312 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3340 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 24 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); EMUI 9 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.9×72.7×7.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 159 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 4e
- Main: 24MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 4e
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2312
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 4e
- 3340 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 4e and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Huawei nova 4e by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 4e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (95/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (85/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (81/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 4e (87/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 4e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (90/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 4e or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 4e by 55 points (87/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 4e and the Xiaomi 17?
The Huawei nova 4e has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 4e or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 4e or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 4e over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.