Huawei nova 10z vs Samsung Galaxy A26

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 18/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Huawei nova 10z is noticeably lighter (179g vs 200g).

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Huawei nova 10z — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 10z
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 40
Battery 17
Design 76
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy A26
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 29
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 97
What makes Huawei nova 10z better?
  • Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 200g

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 14 points higher (32/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z leads (40/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (97/100 vs 55/100).

Huawei nova 10z: The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A26: The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova 10z Samsung Galaxy A26
Processor Exynos 1380
AnTuTu 749719
Geekbench Single 1008
Geekbench Multi 2758
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 40W 25W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 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 IP67
Dimensions 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm
Weight 179 g 200 g
Price $182
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
29
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 10z
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
17
battery
Samsung Galaxy A26
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Huawei nova 10z
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy A26
$182
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z is a bit better (40/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (37/100 vs 17/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 10z notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (76/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably better than the Huawei nova 10z — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 10z or the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Huawei nova 10z leads on camera score (40/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z over the Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.