Huawei nova Y90vsMotorola Moto g Play

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

Huawei
Huawei nova Y90
nova Y90
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova Y90 boasts an impressive 5000mAh battery capacity with rapid 40W Supercharge.
The Huawei Nova Y90 boasts a vibrant FHD+ display with excellent color accuracy and brightness levels overall.
The Nova Y90's camera is decent but not exceptional, suitable for casual use and social media posting mostly.
The Huawei Nova Y90 delivers seamless day-to-day performance, suitable for casual gamers and general users alike overall.
Motorola
Motorola Moto g Play
Moto g Play
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 460
RAM:3GB
Storage:32GB

Quick Stats

The Motorola Moto G Play offers impressive battery life with up to two days of moderate use on a single charge.
The Motorola Moto G Play's display is adequate for everyday use, with decent visuals and responsiveness.
The Motorola Moto G Play's camera system excels with quick autofocus, macro mode, and high-quality image and video recording capabilities.
The Motorola Moto G Play offers decent performance for everyday tasks but falls short in demanding areas.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
2.40 GHz
Motorola Moto g Play
1.80 GHz

RAM

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
8GB
Motorola Moto g Play
3GB

Storage

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
128GB
Motorola Moto g Play
32GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
195g
Motorola Moto g Play
204g
Rank
Huawei nova Y90
Winner
#646
Motorola Moto g Play
#813
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei nova Y90
#662
Winner
Motorola Moto g Play
#769
Design
Huawei nova Y90
#561
Winner
Motorola Moto g Play
#774
Display
Huawei nova Y90
#567
Winner
Motorola Moto g Play
#774
Performance
Huawei nova Y90
#689
Winner
Motorola Moto g Play
#841
Battery
Huawei nova Y90
#228
Winner
Motorola Moto g Play
#762
Camera
Huawei nova Y90
#668
Winner
Motorola Moto g Play
#804
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei nova Y90
#1
Tie
Motorola Moto g Play
#1
Tie

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Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei nova Y90
Motorola Motorola Moto g Play
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 460
CPU
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
4x Kryo 240 1.8 GHz + 4x Kryo 240 1.5 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
11
Frequency
2.40
1.80
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 610
Qualcomm Adreno 610
RAM
8
3
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
32
Type
N/A
eMMC 5.1 Storage
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
N/A
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
2 microphones
Antutu Score
249000
138156
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 59% of devices
Overall performance better than 51% 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 Y90

Strengths

The mid-range smartphone category is hotting up and one of the new contenders is this boasting nice design impressive battery at an affordable price.
The industrial and boxy look for the phone in line with the look for 2022 you'll notice the chamfered edges on the polycarbonate frame
A clean look that seems familiar that space ring camera design as Huawei call it but more on the camera later
An impressive 6.7 inch edgeless full you display giving you an impressive 94 screen to body ratio yes at this price point it's not OLED but it still does an incredibly good job with the fhd plus and 90 Hertz refresh
The battery life on this is one of the standout features, a 5 000 milliamp hour battery does an excellent job keeping up with you know all-day battery use giving me solid 8 hours plus of on-screen time
A 40 watt Huawei supercharge included in the box that also gives me up to 50 charge in just under 30 minutes and while we've done all of this without damaging the overall battery health
The Nova y90 comes with a 6GB or as I have here an 8GB version paired with 128 gigabytes of storage, which is decent for daily use and gaming at low to medium settings

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Motorola Moto g Play

Strengths

I'm really happy here with what we're getting
You can definitely capture images that are plenty good for social media maybe you're on vacation you want to capture your various memories and preserve them for the long term I definitely think that the cameras here are perfectly adequate for that
The video and audio quality is pretty good especially for a lower end phone like this one we do have very fast autofocus and video mode as well which is awesome
The speakers get decently loud and it's great to see a headphone jack

Weaknesses

Only 32 gigs of storage which I pointed out in this video
No 5G which I definitely have to be only one of the main shortcomings for me
No NFC so if you're okay with those very shortcomings and you don't want to spend too much on a smartphone then I do think the Moto G play 2023 is worth considering
The phone is made completely of plastic besides the display which is glass, so keep that in mind so you definitely will want to pair this phone up with some sort of case just because plastic is more prone to getting scratched up
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Huawei nova Y90

The mid-range smartphone category has heated up with the arrival of the Huawei Nova Y90. This device boasts an impressive design, robust battery life, and an affordable price tag. The industrial and boxy look is a departure from traditional aesthetics, while the 6.7-inch edgeless display offers stunning visuals. A 5,000mAh battery ensures all-day power, paired with fast charging capabilities. With its dual SIM support and headphone jack, this phone checks off many boxes for those seeking an affordable yet feature-rich device.

Motorola Moto g Play

The Motorola Moto G Play is an affordable smartphone that packs a punch despite its modest price tag. With a large display, decent camera capabilities, and impressive battery life, this device is perfect for those who want a reliable phone without breaking the bank. However, like any budget-friendly option, it comes with some compromises, such as limited storage space, no 5G connectivity, and the absence of NFC capabilities. This review will delve into the pros and cons of the Moto G Play to help you decide if it's the right choice for your needs.

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