Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $1520 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 62/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is faster in AnTuTu (2,292,685 vs 2,107,301); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (55/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2292685 vs 2107301
- Better Geekbench Single: 2115 vs 1680
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6826 vs 6200
- Lighter: 167g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1520
- Higher performance (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 8 points higher (70/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 — 38/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (72/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (82/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 2292685 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 6826 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S24 leads Huawei Pura X Max by 8.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $721. Samsung Galaxy S24 was $721 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Huawei Pura X Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (55/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (72/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (82/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Huawei Pura X Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for gamers and power users.