Huawei nova Y74 vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 24/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Huawei nova Y74 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Huawei nova Y74
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 225g
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 18/100)
- Faster charging: 67W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 25 points higher (49/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (37/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Xiaomi 12S Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1627862 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (24/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (70/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (37/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 by 25 points (49/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on performance (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.