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).
Huawei nova 10z
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Huawei nova 10z
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova 10z
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 10z
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 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 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).
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.