Huawei nova Y61 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 17/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y61 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 188g).
Huawei nova Y61
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
- Faster charging: 25W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 188g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 46 points higher (63/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y61 leads (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (73/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y61 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (36/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (96/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y61 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.8×8.9 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 163 g | |
| Price | — | $1099 |
Huawei nova Y61
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei nova Y61
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Huawei nova Y61
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (73/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y61 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (36/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (96/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (55/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 by 46 points (63/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y61 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Huawei nova Y61 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y61 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Huawei nova Y61 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.