Huawei nova Y70 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Comparing the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (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 18/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y70 Plus has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei nova Y70 Plus doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is thinner (7.5mm vs 9.0mm).
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 37/100)
- Faster charging: 25W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 199g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y70 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G scores 8 points higher (26/100 vs 18/100). 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 Y70 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y70 Plus are nearly equal (28/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y70 Plus is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (99/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y70 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12, no Google Play Services | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×77.7×9.0 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 190 g | |
| Price | — | $153 |
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova Y70 Plus
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 Y70 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y70 Plus are nearly equal (28/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y70 Plus is a bit better (45/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y70 Plus (99/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y70 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G edges out the Huawei nova Y70 Plus by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y70 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova Y70 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y70 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova Y70 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.