Huawei nova Y72vsGoogle Pixel 3a

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Huawei
Huawei nova Y72
nova Y72
Processor:Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710A
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova Y72 boasts an impressive battery life, lasting up to two days with moderate use.
The Huawei Nova Y72's average display is a tolerable trade-off for budget-conscious buyers who prioritize affordability.
The Huawei Nova Y72 boasts a capable camera with good quality images, especially in bright lighting conditions overall.
The Huawei Nova Y72's performance is adequate but not exceptional, with noticeable limitations in multitasking and demanding apps.
Google
Google Pixel 3a
Pixel 3a
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 670
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Google Pixel 3a delivers impressive all-day battery life, exceeding expectations at its budget-friendly price point.
The Google Pixel 3a's display falls short of expectations due to muted colors and inadequate brightness.
The Pixel 3a's camera is its strongest selling point, delivering exceptional photo quality at an affordable price point.
The Pixel 3a's performance is a compromise prioritizing affordability over raw power, but still offers a solid user experience.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei nova Y72
2.20 GHz
Google Pixel 3a
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
Huawei nova Y72
8GB
Google Pixel 3a
4GB

Storage

Winner
Huawei nova Y72
128GB
Google Pixel 3a
64GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei nova Y72
207g
Google Pixel 3a
147g
Rank
Huawei nova Y72
Winner
#747
Google Pixel 3a
#788
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei nova Y72
#728
Google Pixel 3a
#658
Winner
Design
Huawei nova Y72
#553
Google Pixel 3a
#160
Winner
Display
Huawei nova Y72
#756
Google Pixel 3a
#712
Winner
Performance
Huawei nova Y72
#749
Winner
Google Pixel 3a
#763
Battery
Huawei nova Y72
#693
Winner
Google Pixel 3a
#827
Camera
Huawei nova Y72
#628
Winner
Google Pixel 3a
#833
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei nova Y72
#1
Tie
Google Pixel 3a
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei nova Y72
Google Google Pixel 3a
Model
Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710A
Qualcomm Snapdragon 670
CPU
4x Cortex, A73 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex, A53 1.7 GHz
2x Kryo 360 2.0 GHz + 6x Kryo 360 1.7 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
10
Frequency
2.20
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G51 MP4
Qualcomm Adreno 615
RAM
8
4
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
64
SD slot
N/A
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
N/A
Stereo Speakers
Antutu Score
130000
159000
Antutu Version
Antutu v8
Antutu v?
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 51% of devices
Overall performance better than 52% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Huawei nova Y72

Strengths

The Huawei Nova Y72 has a surprisingly good camera quality, with well-balanced colors and contrast, and details present.
The device has a sizable 6,000 mAh battery that supports 22.5W fast charging, making it reliable for people who need to be connected to the internet all day.
The Huawei Nova Y72 has a great price tag, priced at 99,999 pesos which is an early bird promo
The device has facial recognition, although this option is less secure.
The camera can shoot up to 1080p at 30 FPS, and the video Loop test score is decent.
The device comes with a Leisure gift box worth 1,000 pesos and freebies including a Cas vouchers

Weaknesses

The Huawei Nova Y72 has an LCD display which may not be as good as other displays on the market
Performance-wise, while it can handle tasks, there is a noticeable stutter when jumping between tasks or opening apps for the first time.
The processor is a budget processor, and playing games like Mobile Legends can drop frame rates to around 25 FPS and feel laggy most of the time.
The fingerprint scanner works okay most of the time, but sometimes may not work properly
Security-wise, facial recognition is less secure compared to other options
Performance can be limited when having multiple apps open at the same time

Google Pixel 3a

Strengths

Exceptional camera quality: The Pixel 3a boasts an incredible single rear camera that takes stunning photos with great detail, dynamic range, and color accuracy.
Improved battery life: With larger batteries than the flagship Pixel brothers, the 3a delivers over five hours of screen time on a single charge.
Same great software experience: The Pixel 3a runs on Google's intuitive interface, with timely updates and features like Night Sight.
Fingerprint reader and squeeze feature: Like its more expensive siblings, the 3a comes equipped with a reliable fingerprint reader and squeeze feature for convenient unlocking and assistant access.
Good price point: The Pixel 3a is available at an affordable $400 price tag.
Good haptic motor: The Pixel 3a has a super smart software experience that will be updated first in line

Weaknesses

Limited internal storage speed: Compared to other flagships, the Pixel 3a's slower internal storage can make opening larger apps and files feel sluggish.
No wireless charging or water resistance: Like its budget-friendly counterparts, the Pixel 3a omits features like wireless charging and water resistance.
Read Full Reviews

Huawei nova Y72

Despite challenges faced by Huawei, their smartphones continue to impress with innovative features. The Nova Y72 is one such device, boasting a 6.75-inch display, Kirin 7108 processor, and dual main camera with a 50-megapixel sensor. We put this phone to the test to see if it lives up to its promise as a daily driver. Our review will explore its design, display, performance, battery life, cameras, and more, giving you an in-depth look at whether the Nova Y72 is a good choice for your needs.

Google Pixel 3a

The Google Pixel 3a is a solid mid-range smartphone that boasts an impressive camera system, excellent battery life, and a clean software experience. While it doesn't have the super high-end specs and features found in its flagship counterparts, it makes up for these limitations by offering a more affordable price point of $400. One of the standout features of the Pixel 3a is its camera performance, which is on par with the more expensive Pixel models. The single rear camera produces detailed and colorful photos, even in challenging lighting conditions. Additionally, the phone's battery life is impressive, consistently delivering over five hours of screen time and easily lasting a full day. The phone's performance is decent but not exceptional, with some noticeable lag when opening multiple apps or editing large files. However, this didn't detract from my overall experience, as I found it to be more than sufficient for general use. Other notable features include a fingerprint reader on the back, a squeeze gesture for assistance, and a haptic motor that provides a great typing and notification experience. The phone's software is also up-to-date with regular security patches and feature updates. While there are other mid-range phones available in this price range, such as the Zenfone 6 and OnePlus 7, the Pixel 3a stands out for its exceptional camera quality and clean software experience. If you're looking for a reliable phone that takes great photos and offers a seamless user experience, the Pixel 3a is definitely worth considering.

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