Huawei Pura X Max vs Redmi 15C
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $1520 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 36/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 5160); the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 348,562); the Redmi 15C is noticeably lighter (200g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Redmi 15C
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1520
- Overall rating 36/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Redmi 15C, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 34 points higher (70/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (55/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, Redmi 15C — 54/100; 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 Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (55/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (72/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Redmi 15C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 1461 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 810 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Redmi 15C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Redmi 15C by 504.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1400. Redmi 15C was $1400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (77/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (55/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15C (72/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Redmi 15C?
The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 34 points (70/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Redmi 15C?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Redmi 15C — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Redmi 15C?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Redmi 15C?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Redmi 15C?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users.