Huawei nova Y73 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Huawei nova Y73 (2025) runs on the Kirin 710A, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 35/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6620); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 343,622); the Huawei nova Y73 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y73
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Huawei nova Y73 better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 218g
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 343622
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 318
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1201
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6620 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y73 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y73 is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y73 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 710A | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 343622 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 318 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1201 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y73
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y73
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Y73 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Huawei nova Y73 by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova Y73
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (90/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (77/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y73 is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y73 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y73 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova Y73 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y73 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y73 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y73 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.