Huawei nova Y74 vs Nokia XR21
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Nokia XR21 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 42/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei nova Y74 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 231g).
Huawei nova Y74
Nokia XR21
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 33W
- Lighter: 210g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 24/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 4 points higher (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (57/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (67/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (57/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (50/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Huawei nova Y74 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Nokia XR21?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Nokia XR21?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.