Side-by-side technical data
Huawei Nova Y73 vs Huawei nova Y74
Comparison between Huawei Nova Y73 and Huawei nova Y74: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Huawei.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Huawei Nova Y73 suits buyers who prioritize a more visible display and a lighter phone: it reaches 1,000 nits and weighs 203 g, versus 850 nits and 210 g for the Huawei nova Y74. The Huawei nova Y74 is the choice for higher single-core performance, with 352 versus 319 in Geekbench 6.
The Huawei Nova Y73 leads on display brightness with 1,000 nits against 850 nits for the Huawei nova Y74; both use curved glass and a punch-hole camera. The Y73 is also lighter at 203 g, while the Y74 weighs 210 g. The Huawei nova Y74 uses glass and plastic, whereas the Y73 uses plastic.
The Huawei nova Y74 has the Kirin 710 and the Huawei Nova Y73 the Kirin 710A; the Y74 also uses a 12 nm process versus 14 nm and reaches 352 versus 319 in Geekbench 6 single-core. Both share a 6,620 mAh battery, 40 W charging, 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage, leaving the choice between display and lighter weight or performance.
Huawei Nova Y73
The Huawei Nova Y73 is the better buy for a brighter, lighter phone: 1,000 nits and 203 g versus 850 nits and 210 g.
Huawei nova Y74
The Huawei nova Y74 is the better buy for higher single-core performance, scoring 352 in Geekbench 6 versus 319.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Performance & hardware | 4.0 | 3.9 |
| Camera | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Connectivity | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Battery & charging | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Which one is for you?
Huawei Nova Y73, if you care about…
- Peak Display Brightness
- 1,000 nits
- against 850 nits
- Weight
- 203 g
- against 210 g
Huawei nova Y74, if you care about…
- Geekbench 6 Single-Core
- 352
- against 319
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Huawei Kirin 710A | Huawei Kirin 710 |
| Processor Process Size | 14 nm | 12 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | ARM Mali-G51 MP4 | ARM Mali-G51 MP4 |
| Storage Type | — | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 223,900 | 223,900 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 319 | 352 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,125 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A73 cores and four Cortex-A53 cores. | 4x Cortex-A73 at 2.2 GHz plus 4x Cortex-A53 at 1.7 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | — | DDR4 |
| AnTuTu version | v8 | v8 |
Design
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue | Black, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 8.3 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Body Width | 76.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Body Height | 166.1 mm | 166.1 mm |
| Weight | 203 g Best value | 210 g |
| Usable Surface | 84.3 % | 84.3 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP64, Drop Resistant Up to 2 m | — |
Battery
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,620 mAh | 6,620 mAh |
| Battery Type | Si-Carbon Li-Ion | Si-Carbon Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Reverse Charging | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable, Reverse Charging |
Display
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,000 nits Best value | 850 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.67″ | 6.67″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,604 px | 1,604 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 264 ppi | 264 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Curved Glass | Hole-Punch Notch, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, SGS Certified |
Sensors
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Compass | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Compass |
Software
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 12 | — |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 12 | 12 |
Connectivity
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B19, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B19, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, EDR | A2DP, EDR, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | Infrared, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage | NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 600 Mbps | 600 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 150 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers, EDR | A2DP, Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | Nova Y73 | nova Y74 |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | MGA-LX3 | MGA-LX3 |
