Huawei nova Y61 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 17/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Huawei nova Y61 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 214g).
Huawei nova Y61
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 188g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Faster charging: 60W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y61 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 58 points higher (75/100 vs 17/100). 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 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y61 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.8×8.9 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 214 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Huawei nova Y61
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Huawei nova Y61
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- 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 Y61
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y61 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (65/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Huawei nova Y61 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y61 by 58 points (75/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y61 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Huawei nova Y61 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y61 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y61 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 Y61 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Huawei nova Y61 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.