Huawei nova Y74 vs Xiaomi Civi 1S
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 (2026) and the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads — 35/100 vs 24/100 (a 11-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 Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 210g).
Huawei nova Y74
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Bigger battery: 6620 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 32/100)
- Faster charging: 55W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 166g vs 210g
- Better camera (46/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova Y74 vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Xiaomi Civi 1S scores 11 points higher (35/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 leads (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (53/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (92/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Huawei nova Y74 | Xiaomi Civi 1S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6620 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 55W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | EMUI 12 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×76.6×8.3 mm | 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 166 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Huawei nova Y74
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova Y74
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Huawei nova Y74
- 6620 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (46/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei nova Y74 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (53/100 vs 32/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Huawei nova Y74 (92/100 vs 37/100).
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 Civi 1S?
The Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably better than the Huawei nova Y74 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova Y74 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Huawei nova Y74 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova Y74 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Xiaomi Civi 1S leads on camera score (46/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova Y74 over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Huawei nova Y74 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.