Huawei nova Y74 vs Vivo iQOO Z7

Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 24/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Huawei nova Y74 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 210g).

The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Huawei nova Y74 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y74
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 53
Design 37
Value for money 55
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei nova Y74 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6620 vs 4500 mAh

  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 173g vs 210g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 2 points higher (26/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (53/100 vs 30/100). 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Huawei nova Y74: The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei nova Y74 Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1604 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 6620 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 40W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS EMUI 12 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 850 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 210 g 173 g
Price
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y74
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y74
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y74
  • 6620 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
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 Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (53/100 vs 30/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (83/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 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 Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.