Huawei nova Y74 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Huawei nova Y74 (2026) runs on the Kirin 710A, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 35/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 343,622); the Huawei nova Y74 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova Y74
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Huawei nova Y74 better?
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 6510 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $899
- Better portability (50/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 343622
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 318
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1201
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 53 points higher (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Huawei nova Y74 — 20/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 710A | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 343622 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 318 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1201 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova Y74 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Huawei nova Y74 by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $654. Huawei nova Y74 was $654 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (94/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (81/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 by 53 points (88/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.