Huawei nova Y74 vs Samsung Galaxy A26
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 24/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 5000).
Huawei nova Y74
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 200g vs 210g
- Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 8 points higher (32/100 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 A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 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 | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 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, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (53/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 edges out the Huawei nova Y74 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.