Huawei nova 13i vs Huawei nova 14i: Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei nova 14i edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Huawei · 2025

Huawei nova 13i

Huawei nova 13i
82/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Huawei · 2025

Huawei nova 14i

Huawei nova 14i
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Huawei nova 14i wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei nova 13i
Huawei nova 13i
1 win
Huawei nova 14i
Huawei nova 14i
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Huawei nova 13iHuawei nova 14i
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    75
    75
  • Camerafrom specsHuawei nova 13i
    91
    83
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieHuawei nova 14i
    40
    60
  • BatteryHuawei nova 14i
    52
    62
  • Displayfrom specsHuawei nova 14i
    49
    66
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Huawei nova 14i has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Huawei nova 13i has a sharper main camera108 MP vs 50 MP
  • Huawei nova 14i has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 90 Hz
  • Huawei nova 14i has the bigger screen6.95" vs 6.7"
  • Huawei nova 13i is lighter199 g vs 214 g
  • Huawei nova 14i has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 8 MP
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei nova 13i
  • ✓15 g lighter (199 g vs 214 g), easier to hold
  • ✓108 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 90 Hz
Reasons to buy Huawei nova 14i
  • ✓Bigger 7,000 mAh battery (+2,000 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.95" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei nova 13iHuawei nova 14i
1. Display & Screen🏆 Huawei nova 14i Wins Display
Screen typeIPS LCDColor IPS TFT LCD display
Screen Size6.7"6.95"
Resolution & Density1080 x 2388 pixels (~391 ppi density) 1080x2376 (376 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz120 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 680 4G (6nm)Snapdragon 680 4G
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 610Not listed
Operating SystemEMUI 14.2, no Google Play Services 14.2HarmonyOS 5.0
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128/256 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Huawei nova 13i Wins Camera
Primary Camera108 MP50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens8 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Huawei nova 13i Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.3 x 74.7 x 8.4 mmN/A
Weight199 g214 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Huawei nova 14i Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh7,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging40WN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Huawei nova 14i wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

The Huawei nova 14i is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 90 Hz). The Huawei nova 13i is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (108 MP vs 50 MP).

Buy Huawei nova 13i if you want

Higher-resolution main camera: 108 MP vs 50 MP · Lighter: 199 g vs 214 g (15 g less)

Buy Huawei nova 14i if you want

Larger battery: 7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh · Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 90 Hz

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei nova 13i or Huawei nova 14i?

The Huawei nova 14i is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 90 Hz). The Huawei nova 13i is worth a look if you prefer its sharper main camera (108 MP vs 50 MP). BeastScore: Huawei nova 13i 82.0/100, Huawei nova 14i 86.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei nova 13i and Huawei nova 14i?

Huawei nova 13i has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Huawei nova 14i has a 6.95-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.

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