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Huawei nova 14i vs Samsung Galaxy F36 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Huawei nova 14i edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Huawei · 2025

Huawei nova 14i

Huawei nova 14i
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung · 2025

Samsung Galaxy F36 5G

Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Huawei nova 14i wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Huawei nova 14i
Huawei nova 14i
1 win
Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Huawei nova 14iSamsung Galaxy F36 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    75
    75
  • Camerafrom specsTie
    32
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryHuawei nova 14i
    62
    57
  • DisplaySamsung Galaxy F36 5G
    46
    49
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Huawei nova 14i has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Huawei nova 14i has the bigger screen6.95" vs 6.7"
  • Samsung Galaxy F36 5G is lighter197 g vs 214 g
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Huawei nova 14i
  • ✓Bigger 7,000 mAh battery (+2,000 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.95" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy F36 5G
  • ✓17 g lighter (197 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationHuawei nova 14iSamsung Galaxy F36 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy F36 5G Wins Display
Screen typeColor IPS TFT LCD displaySuper AMOLED
Screen Size6.95"6.7"
Resolution & Density1080x2376 (376 ppi)1080 x 2340 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 680 4G Exynos 1380
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemHarmonyOS 5.0 Android 15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP16 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Samsung Galaxy F36 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight214 g197 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Huawei nova 14i Wins Battery
Battery Capacity7,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A25W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedv5.3
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB Type-C 2.0
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Huawei nova 14i wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Huawei nova 14i is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Larger battery capacity: 7,000 mAh (+2,000 mAh more).

Buy Huawei nova 14i if you want

Larger battery capacity: 7,000 mAh (+2,000 mAh more)

Buy Samsung Galaxy F36 5G if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 25W vs max 0W · Lighter body: 197g (17g lighter in hand)

Common questions

Which is better: Huawei nova 14i or Samsung Galaxy F36 5G?

Huawei nova 14i leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy F36 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 7,000 mAh (+2,000 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei nova 14i and Samsung Galaxy F36 5G?

Huawei nova 14i has a 6.95-inch display and 7000 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy F36 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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