Huawei nova Y74 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 42/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei nova Y74 has the bigger battery (6620 mAh vs 6000); the Huawei nova Y74 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Huawei nova Y74
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 210g vs 225g
- Better portability (50/100 vs 29/100)
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 43 points higher (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (50/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Huawei nova Y74
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In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (90/100 vs 43/100).
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In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (80/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (50/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 by 43 points (85/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.