Huawei nova Y60 vs Samsung Galaxy A54: A Head-to-Head Showdown

Choosing a new smartphone can be overwhelming. The Huawei nova Y60 offers a budget-friendly option, while the Samsung Galaxy A54 is a popular mid-range contender. This comparison breaks down their key differences to help you make an informed decision.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A54 is the clear winner. Its superior chipset, brighter display, significantly faster charging, and better camera capabilities outweigh the nova Y60's lower price. While the Y60 is a decent budget option, the A54 provides a much more compelling overall experience.

PHONES
Phone Names	Huawei nova Y60	Samsung Galaxy A54

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 26, 38, 40, 41, 66	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International
5G bands	-	1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
	-	25, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA

Launch
Announced	2021, September 07	2023, March 15
Status	Available. Released 2021, September 07	Available. Released 2023, March 24

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame
Dimensions	165.2 x 76 x 9.2 mm (6.50 x 2.99 x 0.36 in)	158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm (6.23 x 3.02 x 0.32 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	185 g (6.53 oz)	202 g (7.13 oz)
	-	IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~266 ppi density)	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Size	6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~83.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)	Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)	Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Mali-G68 MP5
OS	Android 10, EMUI 11, no Google Play Services	Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM	128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	8 MP, f/2.0	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Triple	13 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens	50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.X", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro)
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	-
Single	8 MP, f/2.0	32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE	5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (USA only)
	-	Virtual proximity sensing

Battery
Charging	10W wired	25W wired
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Midnight Black, Crush Green	Lime, Graphite, Violet, White
Models	WKG-LX9, Wukong-L29A	SM-A546V, SM-A546U, SM-A546U1, SM-A546B, SM-A546B/DS, SM-A546E, SM-A546E/DS, SM-A5460, SM-A546M, SM-A546M/DS, SM-A546W
Price	About 150 EUR	€ 210.00 / $ 119.11 / £ 169.95 / ₹ 28,999
SAR	-	0.81 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	0.69 W/kg (head) 1.34 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 119h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-26.6 LUFS (Good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 506678 (v9) GeekBench: 2703 (v5.1), 2797 (v6) GFXBench: 25fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Huawei nova Y60

Affordable price
Decent battery life
Sleek design

Weak performance
Slow charging
Basic camera
Outdated chipset

Samsung Galaxy A54

Excellent performance
Bright and vibrant display
Great camera
Long battery life
Fast charging
Modern design

Higher price
No expandable storage

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A54 boasts a significantly brighter display (980 nits) with an infinite contrast ratio, offering vibrant colors and excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. The nova Y60's display is adequate but lacks the same level of brightness and color accuracy. The A54's display is a clear advantage.

Camera Comparison

The Galaxy A54's camera system is considerably more advanced, offering superior image quality, better low-light performance, and more versatile shooting options. While the nova Y60's camera is functional, it can't compete with the A54's capabilities. The A54 wins hands down.

Performance

The Exynos 1380 in the Galaxy A54 is a powerhouse compared to the Helio P35 in the nova Y60. The A54's 5nm architecture and Cortex-A78 cores deliver noticeably faster performance for multitasking, gaming, and demanding applications. The nova Y60 struggles with heavier tasks.

Battery Life

Both phones offer impressive battery life, with the Galaxy A54 demonstrating exceptional endurance (119h endurance rating). While the nova Y60's battery is respectable, the A54's larger capacity and efficient chipset provide longer usage times. The A54 also supports 25W charging, significantly faster than the nova Y60's 10W.

Buying Guide

The Huawei nova Y60 is ideal for users on a tight budget who prioritize affordability over premium features. The Samsung Galaxy A54 is perfect for those seeking a well-rounded smartphone with a great display, capable camera, and long battery life, willing to spend a bit more.