Huawei P20 Lite vs OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
The Huawei P20 Lite (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $300 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads — 71/100 vs 15/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Huawei P20 Lite is noticeably lighter (145g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P20 Lite
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
What makes Huawei P20 Lite better?
- Lighter: 145g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $350
- Better portability (90/100 vs 54/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei P20 Lite vs the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra scores 56 points higher (71/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Huawei P20 Lite — 0/100, OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 76/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (89/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (70/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (90/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei P20 Lite | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2948304 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 8430 | |
| Display | 5.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1272x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 148.6×71.2×7.4 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 145 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
- 5.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei P20 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Huawei P20 Lite was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (89/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (35/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (70/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (90/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei P20 Lite or the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite by 56 points (71/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei P20 Lite and the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The Huawei P20 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei P20 Lite or the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei P20 Lite or the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Huawei P20 Lite over the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.