Huawei nova 9 vs Realme C100x
Comparing the Huawei nova 9 (2021) and the Realme C100x (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 9 leads — 33/100 vs 31/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300).
Huawei nova 9
Realme C100x
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 30/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 9 vs the Realme C100x, the Huawei nova 9 scores 2 points higher (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x leads (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 9 and the Realme C100x are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 9 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 9 | Realme C100x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | — | |
| AnTuTu | 781542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×73.7×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 175 g | — | |
| Price | $499 | — |
Huawei nova 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Huawei nova 9
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 9
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
- 7500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 9 and the Realme C100x are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 9 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Huawei nova 9 (52/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 9 significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (81/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 9 or the Realme C100x?
The Huawei nova 9 edges out the Realme C100x by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 9 and the Realme C100x?
The Huawei nova 9 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Realme C100x — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 9 or the Realme C100x?
The Huawei nova 9 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 9 over the Realme C100x?
The Huawei nova 9 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C100x is a better fit for everyday use.