Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A26
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads — 36/100 vs 32/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova 14 Lite has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000).
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 200g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Huawei nova 14 Lite scores 4 points higher (36/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (54/100 vs 37/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (54/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 Lite | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (54/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite edges out the Samsung Galaxy A26 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite leads on camera score (41/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.