Huawei nova Y74 vs Infinix Hot 12 Play
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova Y74 leads — 24/100 vs 18/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Huawei nova Y74 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 Play is noticeably lighter (195g vs 210g).
Huawei nova Y74
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 45/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 210g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Infinix Hot 12 Play, the Huawei nova Y74 scores 6 points higher (24/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Infinix Hot 12 Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | — | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 12, XOS 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 195 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (56/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Infinix Hot 12 Play?
The Huawei nova Y74 edges out the Infinix Hot 12 Play by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Infinix Hot 12 Play?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Infinix Hot 12 Play — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Infinix Hot 12 Play?
The Huawei nova Y74 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Infinix Hot 12 Play?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use.