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Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition vs iPhone 17e: Which One Should You Buy?

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

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Huawei · 2025

Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition

Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Apple · 2026

iPhone 17e

iPhone 17e
75/ 100
Launch price$599
Head-to-head

Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition wins 3 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition
Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition
3 wins
iPhone 17e
iPhone 17e
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurity
Huawei nova 14 Vitality EditioniPhone 17e
Category winners

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

  • Speedfrom specsHuawei nova 14 Vitality Edition
    90
    75
  • Camerafrom specsHuawei nova 14 Vitality Edition
    83
    77
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieHuawei nova 14 Vitality Edition
    100
    60
  • BatteryiPhone 17e
    55
    70
  • DisplayiPhone 17e
    47
    62
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityiPhone 17e
    57
    100
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition has the bigger battery5,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
  • Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition charges faster66W vs 30W
  • Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition has the bigger screen6.69" vs 6.1"
  • iPhone 17e is lighter169 g vs 191 g
  • Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition has a sharper selfie camera50 MP vs 12 MP
  • Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • iPhone 17e is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP65
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition
  • ✓Bigger 5,500 mAh battery (+1,495 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.69" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy iPhone 17e
  • ✓22 g lighter (169 g vs 191 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.1" display at 60 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei nova 14 Vitality EditioniPhone 17e
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17e Wins Display
Screen typeAM-OLED displayOLED Super Retina XDR
Screen Size6.69"6.1"
Resolution & Density1084x2412 (395 ppi)2532x1170 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz60 Hz
Brightness1,100 nits peak1,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHiSilicon KIRIN8000 4G Hi6290V110 (7nm)Apple A19 (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsARM Mali-G610MP4Apple GPU (5-core)
Operating SystemHarmonyOS 5.1iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256/512 GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP48 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MPN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens50 MP12 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 17e Lightest Chassis
Dimensions161.8 x 75.5 x 7.2 mm146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm
Weight191 g169 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP65IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 17e Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,500 mAh4,005 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66W30W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7
BluetoothNot listed6.0
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$599
Our verdict

Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

The Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and faster charging (66W vs 30W). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 191 g).

Buy Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition if you want

Larger battery: 5,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh · Faster wired charging: 66W vs 30W

Buy iPhone 17e if you want

Lighter: 169 g vs 191 g (22 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition or iPhone 17e?

The Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and faster charging (66W vs 30W). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (169 g vs 191 g). BeastScore: Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition 86.0/100, iPhone 17e 74.9/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition and iPhone 17e?

Huawei nova 14 Vitality Edition has a 6.69-inch display and 5500 mAh battery. iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery.

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