Huawei nova Y90vsMotorola Moto G Play (2021)

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 (2021)
Moto G Play (2021)
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 460
RAM:3GB
Storage:32GB

Quick Stats

The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) boasts an exceptional battery life, lasting at least two days with moderate use.
The Motorola Moto G Play's display is a mixed bag, lacking vivid colors and sufficient brightness.
The Motorola Moto G Play (2021)'s camera is an average performer that fails to impress in low-light conditions.
The Motorola Moto G Play (2021) struggles with demanding activities due to mediocre performance specs.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
2.40 GHz
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
1.80 GHz

RAM

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
8GB
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
3GB

Storage

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
128GB
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
32GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei nova Y90
195g
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
204g
Rank
Huawei nova Y90
Winner
#646
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#812
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei nova Y90
#662
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#768
Design
Huawei nova Y90
#561
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#773
Display
Huawei nova Y90
#567
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#773
Performance
Huawei nova Y90
#689
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#840
Battery
Huawei nova Y90
#228
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#761
Camera
Huawei nova Y90
#668
Winner
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#803
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei nova Y90
#1
Tie
Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
#1
Tie

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei nova Y90
Motorola Motorola Moto G Play (2021)
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
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
N/A
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
249000
142150
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 59% 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 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 (2021)

Strengths

A relatively modern design with a small teardrop-shaped notch and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor
Good battery life, lasting at least two days even with moderately heavy use
The phone can squeeze a few full days of use out of its 5,000 milliamp hour battery
Decent camera performance in well-lit environments, capturing decent shots
A relatively clean software experience with Motorola's My UX, which is close to stock Android 10
Good value for money at $170, making it a great option for those on a tight budget
Wireless charging would be expected, but not really necessary given the price point

Weaknesses

The phone has a low-end display with a 720p resolution, which can look dull and lack vivid colors
Performance is slightly underpowered, leading to skips and freezes in software and longer load times for mobile gaming
Benchmark results show that the phone's performance lags behind other devices in the Moto G series
Camera performance is not great in low-light environments, resulting in noisy photos with little detail
The front-facing camera also struggles in low light, making it difficult to capture clear images
Software updates are limited, with only one major update planned for Android 11 and two years of security updates
No telephoto or ultrawide lenses on the camera, which can be a drawback for some users
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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 (2021)

The Motorola Moto G Play has long been the benchmark for budget-friendly smartphones, offering impressive performance without breaking the bank. Priced at an affordable $170, this device seems like a no-brainer. But is it truly a home run? With its relatively modern design and decent specs, including a 5,000mAh battery and Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor, the Moto G Play promises to deliver. But how does it hold up in real-world use?

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