Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs Huawei Pura X
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S, while the Huawei Pura X (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9020. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads — 72/100 vs 63/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4720); the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,928 vs 1,383,793); the Huawei Pura X is noticeably lighter (193g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
Huawei Pura X
What makes Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617928 vs 1383793
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4720 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Faster wireless charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better camera (74/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Huawei Pura X better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1370 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4446 vs 3894
- Lighter: 193g vs 231g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs the Huawei Pura X, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (72/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (74/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (83/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (71/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max | Huawei Pura X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | HiSilicon Kirin 9020 | |
| AnTuTu | 1617928 | 1383793 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1273 | 1370 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3894 | 4446 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO OLED | 6.3" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | |
| Resolution | 1308x2880 | 1320x2120 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4720 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 66W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 40 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 7 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | HarmonyOS 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IPX8 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | 143.2×91.7×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $880 | — |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Pura X
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 7MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei Pura X
- 6.3" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2120
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Huawei Pura X
- 4720 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and Huawei Pura X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads Huawei Pura X by 16.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Huawei Pura X
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X and the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (74/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (83/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (71/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Huawei Pura X?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max edges out the Huawei Pura X by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Huawei Pura X?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Huawei Pura X — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Huawei Pura X?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max over the Huawei Pura X?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Huawei Pura X is a better fit for active users.