Huawei nova Y70 Plus vs Xiaomi 17
Comparing the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 39/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova Y70 Plus doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
Xiaomi 17
What makes Huawei nova Y70 Plus better?
- Overall rating 39/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 199g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y70 Plus vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 48 points higher (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (63/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y70 Plus | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×77.7×9.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (85/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (81/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (87/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (63/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y70 Plus or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus by 48 points (87/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y70 Plus and the Xiaomi 17?
The Huawei nova Y70 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y70 Plus or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y70 Plus 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.