Huawei nova 10z vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 43/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova 10z doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.4mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 27 points (70/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 10z
Performance
Display 57
Camera 43
Battery 27
Portability 67
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Huawei nova 10z better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 190g

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 40W

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova 10z vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 27 points higher (70/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (89/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (54/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).

Huawei nova 10z: The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova 10z Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 9200
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2400 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 40W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 16 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS HarmonyOS 2.0 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 160.7×73.3×8.4 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 179 g 190 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova 10z
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 10z
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
27
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 10z
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (89/100 vs 57/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 10z and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Huawei nova 10z (54/100 vs 27/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 10z or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 10z by 27 points (70/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei nova 10z and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Huawei nova 10z has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Should you choose the Huawei nova 10z over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Huawei nova 10z is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.