Huawei nova Y61 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads — 26/100 vs 17/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Huawei nova Y61
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 62/100)
- Faster charging: 25W vs 5W
- Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G scores 9 points higher (26/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y61 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y61 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (99/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y61 | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.8×8.9 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 190 g | |
| Price | — | $153 |
Huawei nova Y61
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova Y61
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei nova Y61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova Y61
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y61 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y61 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (99/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G edges out the Huawei nova Y61 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y61 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova Y61 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y61 over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova Y61 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.