Huawei nova 10z vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads — 26/100 vs 18/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't.
Huawei nova 10z
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 190g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G scores 8 points higher (26/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z leads (40/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (76/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (99/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 10z | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | — | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 190 g | |
| Price | — | $153 |
Huawei nova 10z
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova 10z
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei nova 10z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 10z
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (37/100 vs 17/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (76/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (99/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G edges out the Huawei nova 10z by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova 10z leads on camera score (40/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.