Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17T
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030S, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $880 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads — 72/100 vs 71/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17T is faster in AnTuTu (2,026,828 vs 1,617,928); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better camera (74/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2026828 vs 1617928
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 3894
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 231g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $880
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max — 58/100, Xiaomi 17T — 66/100; 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 Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (83/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (74/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030S | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1617928 | 2026828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1273 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3894 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1308x2880 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×77.1×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 231 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $880 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1308x2880
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 80W
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T leads Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max by 20.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $431. Xiaomi 17T was $431 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (76/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (83/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max (74/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 17T by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads on camera score (74/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T leads on performance (76/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.