Huawei nova Y73 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Huawei nova Y73 (2025) runs on the Kirin 710A, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 35/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6620); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 343,622); the Huawei nova Y73 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y73
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Huawei nova Y73 better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 219g
- Better portability (54/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 343622
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 318
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1201
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6620 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y73 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (98/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y73 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y73 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 710A | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 343622 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 318 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1201 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 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 | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y73
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y73
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Y73 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Huawei nova Y73 by 91.4% 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (98/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 (89/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y73 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y73 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y73 by 53 points (88/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y73 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Huawei nova Y73 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y73 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y73 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y73 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.