Huawei nova Y61 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 17/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Huawei nova Y61 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Huawei nova Y61
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 67 points higher (84/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (82/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (65/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y61 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.8×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Huawei nova Y61
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Huawei nova Y61
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Huawei nova Y61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova Y61
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (87/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (82/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (65/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 by 67 points (84/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y61 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova Y61 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y61 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova Y61 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.