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Huawei nova 12 Pro vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Huawei · 2023

Huawei nova 12 Pro

Huawei nova 12 Pro
88/ 100
Launch MSRP$549 USD
Apple

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
89/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max BETTER THAN Huawei nova 12 Pro?

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Huawei nova 12 Pro
Apple iPhone 18 Pro MaxWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORHuawei novaApple iPhoneLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,600 mAh5,567 mAh+5,567 mAh
Wired Fast Charging100WStandard100W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.76"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight190gN/A190g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Huawei nova 12 Pro:
  • ✓809g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9450 lower launch MSRP ($549 vs $9999)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max:
  • ✓Larger 5,567 mAh battery capacity (+967 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationHuawei nova 12 ProApple iPhone 18 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 Huawei nova 12 Pro Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.76"6.9"
Resolution & Density2844x1272 (460 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,500 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A20 Pro
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB2048 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Huawei nova 12 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.4, OIS, Sony IMX85850 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom2 MP (2x optical zoom), f/2.4None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens60 MP, f/2.412 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Huawei nova 12 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions161.2 x 74.8 x 7.9 mmN/A
Weight190 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,600 mAh5,567 mAh
Wired Fast Charging100W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$549Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A20 Pro architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Huawei nova 12 Pro:
Significantly faster wired charging: 100W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to buy Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 87.7 · Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+967 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Huawei nova 12 Pro vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Which phone is better: Huawei nova 12 Pro or Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.5/100 compared to Huawei nova 12 Pro (87.7/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 87.7 and Larger battery capacity: 5,567 mAh (+967 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Huawei nova 12 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

Huawei nova 12 Pro is equipped with a 6.76-inch display and 4600 mAh battery, while Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch display and 5567 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Huawei nova 12 Pro and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max?

In lab hardware evaluations, Huawei nova 12 Pro scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 80/100.

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