Huawei nova Y74 vs Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G leads — 26/100 vs 24/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Huawei nova Y74
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Better camera (28/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G scores 2 points higher (26/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y74 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (62/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (99/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 548631 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 190 g | |
| Price | — | $153 |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Huawei nova Y74 are nearly equal (28/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (53/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (62/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (99/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G edges out the Huawei nova Y74 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G — 26/100.
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.