Huawei Nova 15 Max

Name: Huawei Nova 15 Max
Brand: Huawei

Huawei · 2026 27.07.2026 · updated 24.10.2026

Huawei Nova 15 Max (2026) is a solid mid-ranger from Huawei. MobileRank rating: 52/100. Performance 51/100, camera 30/100, battery 65/100, display 84/100, portability 40/100.

HiSilicon Kirin 8000

8500 mAh

50 MP

$499

Faster than 58% of smartphones in AnTuTu

Specifications

Processor	HiSilicon Kirin 8000
Display	6.8" OLED, 2756x1272, 120Hz, 4000 nits (peak)
RAM	8GB
Storage	256GB
Battery	8500 mAh · ≈15.6 hrs of active use*
Charging	40W / No wireless charging
OS	EMUI 14.2
Dimensions	163.3 × 78.0 × 8.0 mm
Weight	232g
NFC	yes
Launch price	$499

* battery life is an estimated figure based on capacity, display, and chipset — not a lab measurement.

Cameras

Main	50MP f/1.9
Front	8MP

Benchmarks

AnTuTu 808658

Geekbench Single 909

Geekbench Multi 2399

Based on AnTuTu results, Huawei Nova 15 Max is faster than 58% of smartphones in our database. This device is a solid mid-ranger.

Performance

Overview and verdict

The Huawei Nova 15 Max (2026) scores 52 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating, putting it in the "solid mid-ranger" category. The device is built around the HiSilicon Kirin 8000 with a score of 808,658 in AnTuTu. Performance score: 51/100. The camera (50 MP) scores 30/100. The 8500 mAh battery with 40W fast charging scores 65/100 for battery life.

Pros

6.8" OLED display at 120 Hz

Cons

Modest camera capabilities
No wireless charging
High price ($499)
No telephoto camera

Best for: The Huawei Nova 15 Max has no pronounced profile: its best category is display (84/100), its weakest camera (30/100).

Launch price and where to check today's

$499 Launch price

This is the launch price. We do not track current retail prices and make no claim about whether today's is higher or lower: check the stores below. Prices vary by store, region, and configuration.

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Frequently asked questions

What processor does the Huawei Nova 15 Max have?

The Huawei Nova 15 Max runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 8000 chipset. It scores 808,658 points in AnTuTu.

What is the Huawei Nova 15 Max's rating?

The Huawei Nova 15 Max scores 52 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating. Categories: performance 51/100, camera 30/100, battery 65/100, display 84/100, portability 40/100.

How much does the Huawei Nova 15 Max cost?

At launch the Huawei Nova 15 Max cost $499. We do not track current retail prices. Value for money at launch: 26/100.

What battery does the Huawei Nova 15 Max have?

The Huawei Nova 15 Max has a 8500 mAh battery with 40W charging. Battery score: 65/100.

Is the Huawei Nova 15 Max worth buying?

The Huawei Nova 15 Max has no pronounced profile: its best category is display (84/100), its weakest camera (30/100). Overall rating — 52/100 (solid mid-ranger).

MobileRank rating

Device profile

Category scores

Performance 51

Display 84

Camera 30

Battery 65

Portability 40

Value for money 26

The score is built from the five categories below (weights are in the methodology); 100% of the weight is known. Value for money is computed separately and is not part of the overall score. How the rating works →