Huawei nova Y74 vs Nokia C21 Plus
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova Y74 leads — 24/100 vs 10/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Huawei nova Y74 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 210g).
Huawei nova Y74
Nokia C21 Plus
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 178g vs 210g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Nokia C21 Plus, the Huawei nova Y74 scores 14 points higher (24/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Huawei nova Y74 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Nokia C21 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 178 g | |
| Price | — | $260 |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Huawei nova Y74
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova Y74 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (53/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (77/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei nova Y74 is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Nokia C21 Plus — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei nova Y74 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.