Huawei nova 14 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite (2025) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 36/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova 14 Lite has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei nova 14 Lite is noticeably lighter (191g vs 214g).
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 60W
- Lighter: 191g vs 214g
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 51/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (61/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 14 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 39 points higher (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (61/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 14 Lite | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 5.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.5×7.2 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova 14 Lite
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Huawei nova 14 Lite
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite (86/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (61/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova 14 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 14 Lite by 39 points (75/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 14 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 14 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 14 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Huawei nova 14 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.