Huawei P30 Pro vs iPhone 13 Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei P30 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 70.7/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Huawei · 2019

Huawei P30 Pro

Huawei P30 Pro
71/ 100
Launch price$1,100
Apple · 2021

iPhone 13 Pro

iPhone 13 Pro
71/ 100
Launch price$999
Head-to-head

Huawei P30 Pro wins 4 of 8 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei P30 Pro
Huawei P30 Pro
4 wins
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Pro
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurityValue
Huawei P30 ProiPhone 13 Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedHuawei P30 Pro
    80
    72
  • CameraTie
    75
    75
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieHuawei P30 Pro
    88
    60
  • BatteryHuawei P30 Pro
    70
    58
  • DisplayiPhone 13 Pro
    62
    86
  • ConnectivityHuawei P30 Pro
    65
    63
  • SecurityTie
    100
    100
  • ValueTie
    55
    55
Key differences
  • Huawei P30 Pro has the bigger battery4,200 mAh vs 3,095 mAh
  • Huawei P30 Pro charges faster40W vs 20W
  • Huawei P30 Pro has a sharper main camera40 MP vs 12 MP
  • iPhone 13 Pro has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Huawei P30 Pro has the bigger screen6.47" vs 6.1"
  • Huawei P30 Pro is lighter192 g vs 203 g
  • iPhone 13 Pro launched cheaper$999 vs $1,100
  • Huawei P30 Pro has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 12 MP
  • Huawei P30 Pro has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
  • iPhone 13 Pro has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 6 vs Wi-Fi 5
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei P30 Pro
  • ✓11 g lighter (192 g vs 203 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 4,200 mAh battery (+1,105 mAh)
  • ✓40 MP main camera
Reasons to buy iPhone 13 Pro
  • ✓$101 cheaper at launch ($999 vs $1,100)
  • ✓12 MP main camera
  • ✓6.1" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei P30 ProiPhone 13 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 13 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeOLEDSuper Retina XDR OLED ProMotion
Screen Size6.47"6.1"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (398 ppi)2532x1170 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness600 nits peak1,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Huawei P30 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Apple A15 Bionic (5nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedApple GPU (5-core)
Operating SystemAndroid 9iOS 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera40 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony IMX650 (Leica)12 MP, f/1.5, OIS
Telephoto Zoom8 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.4, OIS12 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide Camera20 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/1.8
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP, f/212 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Huawei P30 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158 x 73.4 x 8.4 mm146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight192 g203 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Huawei P30 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,200 mAh3,095 mAh
Wired Fast Charging40W wired fast charging20W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless charging15W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth5.05.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1Lightning
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$1,100$999
Our verdict

Huawei P30 Pro wins — BeastScore 70.7/100

The Huawei P30 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,200 mAh vs 3,095 mAh) and faster charging (40W vs 20W). The iPhone 13 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz).

Buy Huawei P30 Pro if you want

Larger battery: 4,200 mAh vs 3,095 mAh · Faster wired charging: 40W vs 20W

Buy iPhone 13 Pro if you want

Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz · Brighter screen: 1,000 nits vs 600 nits

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei P30 Pro or iPhone 13 Pro?

The Huawei P30 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (4,200 mAh vs 3,095 mAh) and faster charging (40W vs 20W). The iPhone 13 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). BeastScore: Huawei P30 Pro 70.7/100, iPhone 13 Pro 71.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei P30 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro?

Huawei P30 Pro has a 6.47-inch display and 4200 mAh battery. iPhone 13 Pro has a 6.1-inch display and 3095 mAh battery.

How do Huawei P30 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro compare for speed?

Huawei P30 Pro scores 80/100 for performance; iPhone 13 Pro scores 72/100.

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