Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
203 g |
| thickness |
8.3 mm |
| width |
76.6 mm |
| height |
166.1 mm |
| volume |
105.603058 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP64 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 features a sleek design with a weight of 203 g and dimensions of 166.1 mm in height, 76.6 mm in width, and 8.3 mm in thickness. It offers water resistance and comes with an IP64 rating, ensuring some protection against dust and water splashes. The device's volume is 105.6 cm³, making it compact yet comfortable to hold. It does not have a rugged build or folding capability, focusing instead on providing a slim and functional design for everyday use.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.67" |
| pixel density |
264 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1604 px |
| refresh rate |
90Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 features a 6.67″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1604 px and a pixel density of 264 ppi, offering clear visuals for everyday use. The screen supports a smooth experience with a 90Hz refresh rate, though it does not include advanced features like Gorilla Glass or HDR support. The display is also a touch screen, but it lacks an Always-On Display or a secondary screen.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
HiSilicon Kirin 710A |
| CPU speed |
4 x 2.2 & 4 x 1.7 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1125 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
319 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
1149 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
316 |
| GPU clock speed |
650 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2200 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| bits executed at a time |
128 |
| Has NX bit |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| memory channels |
2 |
| VFP version |
4 |
| Supports ECC memory |
✕ |
| L1 cache |
64 KB |
| maximum memory amount |
6GB |
| number of transistors |
5500 million |
The Huawei Nova Y73 is equipped with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, offering ample space for apps and data. Powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 710A chipset, it features an octa-core CPU with speeds up to 2.2 GHz, ensuring smooth performance for most tasks. The device also supports 64-bit processing and integrates graphics with a GPU clock speed of 650 MHz, making it capable of handling everyday computing and light gaming needs.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
8MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 features a 50 MP main camera with a wide aperture of f/1.8, providing clear and detailed photos. It supports phase-detection autofocus for precise shots and offers a range of manual controls like manual exposure, ISO, and white balance. The camera also allows for slow-motion video recording and includes features like HDR, continuous autofocus, and a flash for better lighting in low-light conditions. The 8 MP front camera also offers a wide aperture of f/2.0 for decent selfies, though it lacks a front-facing LED flash.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 12 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✕ |
| has media picker |
✕ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✕ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✕ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 runs on Android 12 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features. Users can enjoy theme customization and options like location privacy, camera/microphone access control, and clipboard warnings. Additional features include dark mode, dynamic theming, split-screen functionality, and the ability to block app tracking. While it lacks Mail Privacy Protection and direct OS updates, it supports useful functionalities like PiP, offline voice recognition, and multi-user support for a versatile experience.
Battery:
| battery power |
6620 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
40W |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 is equipped with a powerful 6620 mAh rechargeable battery, offering extended usage throughout the day. While it does not support wireless charging or have a removable battery, it features fast charging with a 40W charging speed, ensuring quick recharges. A battery level indicator is available, providing easy access to monitor battery status.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack or stereo speakers, limiting its audio options. Additionally, it lacks support for high-quality Bluetooth audio codecs like aptX, LDAC, and aptX HD, and does not have a built-in radio. For audio, users will need to rely on Bluetooth or other wireless audio solutions.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
May 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.1 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
600 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
150 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✕ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✓ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 offers a range of connectivity features including Bluetooth 5.1 for fast and stable wireless connections, USB Type-C for versatile data transfer, and GPS and Galileo support for accurate location tracking. It also includes NFC for convenient payments and data exchange, and supports dual SIM cards for flexible mobile connections. However, it lacks 5G support and external memory expansion.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y73 is equipped with a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording, but it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.