Huawei nova Y70 Plus vs Xiaomi 17 Max
Comparing the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 18/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova Y70 Plus doesn't; the Huawei nova Y70 Plus is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y70 Plus vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 66 points higher (84/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (83/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y70 Plus notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (51/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova Y70 Plus | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×77.7×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (90/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (83/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y70 Plus notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (51/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y70 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus by 66 points (84/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y70 Plus and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Huawei nova Y70 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y70 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 25/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y70 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y70 Plus over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Huawei nova Y70 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.