{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/huawei-pura-90-pro-max-vs-xiaomi-17-max/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T07:30:33+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max",
    "answer": "The Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max finish within three points of each other on our combined specification score, so neither is a clear winner. Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max leads on camera.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max",
            "slug": "huawei-pura-90-pro-max",
            "brand": "Huawei",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/huawei/huawei-pura-90-pro-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-4-2026-11_12_00-AM-1-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 329999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-05-04T06:14:04+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 85.7,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 97.9,
                "overall": 95.8
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "April 20, 2026.",
                    "Dimensions": "164 x 77.1 x 8.1 mm.",
                    "Weight": "Approximately 230.5 grams.",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 (water and dust resistance)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "~6.8 inches",
                    "Resolution": "~1260 x 2844 pixels (FHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate",
                    "Protection": "Kunlun Glass (expected Huawei protection)"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Kirin series (exact model not confirmed)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (details not confirmed)",
                    "GPU": "not confirmed",
                    "Operating system": "HarmonyOS (China) / EMUI (Global)"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB / 16GB",
                    "Internal storage": "512GB / 1TB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP (wide) 48 MP (periscope telephoto, optical zoom) 40 MP (ultrawide) Leica optics, Laser AF, PDAF, OIS",
                    "Selfie camera": "13 MP (wide)",
                    "Video recording": "4K, HDR, gyro-EIS"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po (non-removable) 5200 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "100W wired fast charging 80W wireless charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "USB Type-C 3.1",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.2 / 5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint: Under-display (optical) Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.1"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi 17 Max",
            "slug": "xiaomi-17-max",
            "brand": "Xiaomi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/xiaomi/xiaomi-17-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-25-2026-11_08_11-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 329999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-05-25T06:29:08+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 97.8,
                "camera": 96,
                "battery": 95,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 97.8
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "May 21, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "162.9 × 77.6 × 8 mm",
                    "Weight": "219g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 dust/water resistance"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.9 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1200 × 2608 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "LTPO AMOLED 120Hz HDR10+, Dolby Vision",
                    "Protection": "Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 3"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 840",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 layered with HyperOS 3."
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB / 16GB",
                    "Internal storage": "512GB / 1TB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50MP Wide + 50MP Periscope Telephoto (5x Optical Zoom) + 50MP Ultrawide Leica optics, Laser AF, HDR, Panorama, Dual-LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "50MP Wide HDR, Gyro-EIS",
                    "Video recording": "8K@30fps, 4K@120fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Si/C Li-Ion non-removable 7500mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "100W wired 50W wireless 22.5W reverse wireless charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Under-display ultrasonic fingerprint Accelerometer Gyroscope Compass Barometer Proximity sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": null,
        "margin": 2,
        "decisive": false,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "xiaomi-17-max": 97.8
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-pura-90-pro-max": 98,
                    "xiaomi-17-max": 96
                },
                "leader": "huawei-pura-90-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-pura-90-pro-max": 85.7,
                    "xiaomi-17-max": 95
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-17-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-pura-90-pro-max": 100,
                    "xiaomi-17-max": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-pura-90-pro-max": 100,
                    "xiaomi-17-max": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "huawei-pura-90-pro-max": 97.9,
                    "xiaomi-17-max": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-17-max"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": [
            "Performance"
        ]
    },
    "differences": [
        "Xiaomi 17 Max packs a 2,300 mAh larger battery."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or Xiaomi 17 Max?",
            "answer": "Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Max finish within a few points of each other, so neither is a clear winner on paper. Pick the one that leads in the category you care about most."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Max in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max is listed at PKR 329,999 and Xiaomi 17 Max at PKR 329,999. That makes Xiaomi 17 Max cheaper by PKR 0. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or Xiaomi 17 Max?",
            "answer": "Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max or Xiaomi 17 Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi 17 Max leads on battery. Huawei Pura 90 Pro Max carries a 5200 mAh cell and Xiaomi 17 Max a 7500 mAh cell, with 100W and 100W wired charging respectively."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}