Samsung or Huawei - which company's smartphones are better in 2021?

Both companies are not very pleased to produce devices that sell for ridiculous money. The fact is that even the maximum savings do not allow you to get any noticeable profit from such devices. It is all the more interesting to look at what two manufacturers are ready to please a person who is not going to spend a particularly noticeable amount for the family budget on buying a smartphone.

Let's start with the fact that these devices are not frameless, which we have already become accustomed to. Them display occupies approximately 75% of the area of ​​the front side. This means that the frames are preserved at the top, bottom, and sides. At the same time, the diagonal of the screen itself cannot be called large because of this. The resolution turned out to be low too - smartphones are designed to view HD content, nothing more. But the most annoying thing is that Samsung decided to embed a PLS matrix here. This will make the user suffer from not the best viewing angles and poor readability on the street. Huawei doesn't have this problem.

If we talk about the insides, then there is some superiority of the Chinese company. Her machine uses an octa-core, not a quad-core CPU. This is noticeable in the more adequate work of most heavy applications. And the clock frequency of the chip is higher. The device received even twice the volume random access memory! However, 2 GB is still not the figure at which you can safely move from one closed program to another. Concerning permanent memory, then Huawei offers 32 GB, and its competitor - half as much. In a word, in both cases, a microSD card is useful. Fortunately, both devices are endowed with the corresponding slot.

It's stupid to buy such a cheap smartphone for the sake of cameras. However, we still cannot bypass it. On the back panel you will find a single lens. Under it is an 8-megapixel matrix. The aperture is opened a little wider in Huawei, but it cannot be said that this seriously affects the quality of photography - in any case, it turns out to be mediocre. These words can also be applied to front camera.

Kit interfaces Both devices are exactly the same. Internet access is carried out via 4G or Wi-Fi 802.11n. There is no need to write down the outdated standard as a disadvantage - such devices do not need any high speed. Sound output to the headset is carried out through the fifth version of Bluetooth. You can also connect wired headphones to smartphones, without the need for an adapter. As for the charger socket, microUSB is used as it. It's sad, but acceptable for such cheap devices.

NFC, a fingerprint scanner - all this is missing in both smartphones. Don't count on extremely fast charging either. Capacity battery is approximately 3000 mAh. This hints that you will have to use the network adapter every evening. But the phones turned out to be very light. Especially Huawei Y5p - the scales under it will show only 144 g.

And who came out the winner? Of course, the product of a Chinese company. It will please with an IPS display, a more powerful processor and twice as much memory. But the device is running Android 10 without Google services, which imposes serious restrictions. Just because of this, someone will still look towards the South Korean competitor.

Recently, the South Korean manufacturer has been creating frame their budget devices made of matte plastic. This is also used by the Galaxy A12 smartphone. If you want to buy a device whose back panel will shimmer in the sun, then it is better to look towards Huawei Y6p. However, they differ not only in the body.

Both smartphones are frameless. They have a very large LCD display, at the top of which is a waterdrop notch for the front camera. At the same time, Huawei again uses a slightly better screen. Even despite the almost identical resolution.

Processors Both devices have eight cores.Even the clock frequency turned out to be similar. However, any benchmark will show you that the MediaTek chip built into Huawei is much more powerful. It even allows you to play, albeit with not the best graphics settings. With a device from Samsung, games should be forgotten. Superiority is noticeable in terms of volume memory. Yes, both gadgets received 3 GB of RAM, but the “Chinese” is able to boast twice as much built-in storage. However, the microSD slot is not forgotten by any manufacturer, so the problem can be solved.

Unlike their ultra-budget counterparts, these smartphones received a triple rear camera. At the same time, the main module of the South Korean device is capable of boasting a 48-megapixel matrix! A similar one is used in slightly more expensive models. Huawei is lagging behind in this regard. But on the other hand, the camera in this device makes less noise in low light conditions. As for the ultra-wide-angle module, the comparison shows that both companies use exactly the same sensors. It is almost the same for 8-megapixel front cameras.

In terms of interfaces some advantage is on the side of the Galaxy A12. At least it uses USB Type-C and not the outdated microUSB. And you will definitely get a device with an NFC chip, while in the case of Huawei you will have to first get acquainted with the marking of the purchased copy.

Both smartphones use the same battery at 5000 mAh. The charging speed is very similar. And both devices received a fingerprint scanner. Only its location differs: Samsung has it on the side, while Huawei has it on the back.

So, Samsung vs Huawei, budget segment, who is the winner? It is difficult to answer this question unambiguously. The device from a Chinese company will please you a little more with its screen. And with it you can do without buying a memory card. But one cannot but admit that the South Korean competitor looks more interesting both because of its camera and because of a more powerful processor. And let's not forget that Samsung provides access to Google Play, while the "Chinese" forces you to use the AppGallery, which still does not contain all applications.

Now the South Korean company Samsung has refused to use the AMOLED screen in its cheapest smartphones. If you wish to receive a device with such display, then get ready to spend 17-18 thousand rubles. This is how much the Galaxy A22 is rated. At the same time, you will receive another bonus, which consists in an increased refresh rate up to 90 Hz. However, there is also a serious drawback.The screen resolution is only 1600x720 pixels. The Chinese competitor uses a simpler display, but it has a Full HD + resolution.

Both devices have very similar processors, albeit made by different companies. They consist of eight cores, and their clock speed can reach up to 2 GHz. Unsurprisingly, in the benchmarks, Samsung's result, though better, is just a little bit better. It is curious that here, too, there is a gain from Huawei in terms of permanent memory - it offers 128 GB against the competitor's 64 GB.

Galaxy A22 vs P smart 2021 is the case when the comparison cameras will lead to nothing. The fact is that the devices use four modules. And they are almost identical! The main one consists of a 1/2-inch sensor and f/1.8 aperture. The resolution is 48 MP. A few years ago, only the cameras of much more expensive smartphones could boast of such characteristics. There are no special claims to auxiliary modules. But the front camera is a little more interesting - from Samsung. The key word is "slightly".

For communication in two devices, an abundance of various wireless modules. However, in this regard, the South Korean smartphone still wins. It understands the higher speed Wi-Fi standard, and it will definitely offer the shopper NFC contactless payment for purchases. As for wired connections, they are implemented via USB Type-C and a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Capacity battery in both cases is 5000 mAh. At the same time, Huawei has implemented slightly faster charging. And her device is also capable of boasting an FM receiver.The fingerprint scanner is built into both smartphones, you should look for it on the side power button.

Which device is the best in this pair? Somewhat South Korean. But its buyer will have to put up with the low resolution of the display. The rest of the smartphones are about equal. The Chinese model is inferior only in terms of the number of wireless modules and their speed characteristics. And it also got heavier. Perhaps, the greatest claims are made to it only about the lack of Google services. Whether you can get used to this fact is hard to say.

Shortly before writing this comparison, Samsung released a model called the Galaxy M52 5G. It is an improved version of the A52. In particular, this device is able to boast the ability to work in 5G networks, which are still very few in Russia.Huawei Nova 8, similar in characteristics, is deprived of this. Also, the South Korean will delight even more with an increased refresh rate. display. However, for many of our readers, 90 Hz of a Chinese smartphone will suffice. I am glad that in both cases the screen is based on organic LEDs, and its resolution is Full HD +. At the same time, the frame of the “Chinese” is even a little thinner.

Both devices are based on a very powerful eight-core processor. Its clock frequency can reach at least 2.4 GHz. Volume permanent memory - exactly the same, 128 GB. If we talk about RAM, then the win is on the side of the Huawei smartphone, which provides 8 GB.

As usual, the hardest thing to evaluate cameras. In good lighting around both devices give a very similar result. But in the dark, a device from a South Korean company is more preferable. Apparently, due to the larger physical size of the matrix. Samsung's ultra-wide-angle camera is also more interesting, as is the macro module. In a word, Huawei loses in this regard. Parity is observed only when shooting video. In both cases, it is carried out in 4K resolution at 30 frames / s.

Previously, Huawei smartphones were considered the best due to the mass of high-speed wireless modules. But our comparison shows that those days are over. The South Korean competitor is ready to offer work in 802.11ax Wi-Fi networks, while the Chinese model only supports their fifth generation. Also, Huawei is not able to work with the aptX digital codec, unlike Samsung. And it doesn't have an NFC chip. Sadly.

The South Korean device also wins due to other important characteristics.For example, noise reduction is more competently implemented in it. And the device got more capacious battery. However, Huawei responds with a 66W charger that fills the battery completely in just 35 minutes. Also, buyers of the Chinese gadget like the fact that the fingerprint scanner is embedded in the display. The competitor refused this, his smartphone has the corresponding element located on the power button.

Like it or not, the Galaxy M52 5G looks preferable in this pair. Many people buy such an expensive device for the sake of the camera. And it is more interesting - it is with this smartphone. And the screen of this model is able to be updated a little more often, which is noticeable when reading Internet pages, and in many games. And what is the advantage in terms of wireless modules ... The buyer will have to accept only a slightly slower charge. However, for many this is not a problem.

When creating its top smartphones, Samsung uses display type Dynamic AMOLED. This means that it consumes energy efficiently. And not only due to organic light-emitting diodes. Such a screen is able to independently change the refresh rate, focusing on what exactly is displayed on it. For example, when displaying a photograph, it makes sense to reduce the frequency down to 1 Hz. And in the game, this parameter can rise to 120 Hz. The Huawei Mate 40 Pro display is a little less advanced in this regard, although it is also based on organic LEDs. It also has curved edges. And not all of our readers will like it.

As usual, the Huawei flagship is running a slightly older version of Android, and even devoid of Google services. At the same time, there are no complaints about performance - a powerful CPU Kirin 9000 (clock speed reaches 3.13 GHz) and 8 GB random access memory. The Galaxy S21 Ultra is a little simpler in this regard - it has an Exynos 2100 chip (frequency - 2.9 GHz). But the amount of RAM in it is brought up to 12 GB. Built-in storage - from 128 to 512 GB, depending on the version you purchase. And you need to choose wisely, since there is no slot for a memory card here. Huawei also allows you to use the NM Card (in this case, you have to give up the second SIM card).

If a comparison is made cameras, then the win is on the side of the South Korean device. This is one of the rare models that provides the user with a 10x optical zoom. Rest assured, it will definitely come in handy when traveling. As for the main camera, it has a 108-megapixel resolution, and the physical size of its matrix has been increased to 1/1.33 inches.Luminosity is also in perfect order. The Chinese device uses even a slightly larger matrix, but its resolution is only 50 megapixels. However, in most situations this is more than enough. As well as the capabilities of ultra-wide-angle modules. As for the telephoto lens, Huawei has a 5x optical zoom. Not forgotten by both manufacturers and optical image stabilization. Pleases and 4K-video, carried out in both cases at a frequency of 60 frames / s.

If speak about front camera, then the victory should be given to Huawei. Its dual module does its job better. At least when it comes to photography. As for the video, in both cases it is written in 4K resolution at 60 frames / s.

The Mate 40 Pro is the kind of smartphone that Huawei tried not to skimp on when creating it. As a result, the device received a large number of various wireless modules. It also supports 5G, and works in Wi-Fi 802.11ax networks, and allows you to switch channels on the TV via infrared, and has an NFC chip. However, the latter works in a reduced mode, due to the lack of those same Google services. Samsung is in full order in this regard. And the South Korean understands the aptX HD digital codec, which will be appreciated by the owners of a high-quality wireless headset.

On the accumulator Samsung still saved money. No, its capacity is higher than that of the competitor. But the power of the charger is only 25W. The Huawei flagship charges noticeably faster. The difference is noticeable when using a wireless charger.

Many characteristics of the Mate 40 Pro on paper look more interesting than those of the South Korean flagship. But as soon as you pick up the device, use it for a couple of days, you realize that it's better to spend money on Samsung. The competitor offers a little more features. He has a slightly more interesting camera. And the difference in processor power is so insignificant that it can be neglected. Yes, and the screen of the South Korean device will please more. Only a weight reaching 229 g can confuse someone. However, the device from Huawei cannot be called light - the scales under it will show 212 g.

Our results are very interesting. The higher the price tag, the more you want to buy a Samsung product. In the budget price segment, Huawei has an advantage. But if you are ready to spend more than 20 thousand rubles, then you should give preference to products from a South Korean manufacturer. In this case, you will get both a better camera and more high-speed wireless modules. This company loses only because of the battery - oddly enough, Huawei often looks more interesting in this regard.

Below you can find a table that shows the average ratings of the two manufacturers. According to them, we can say that Samsung smartphones are far from good in everything. And if it were not for the sanctions of the US government, then the devices from Huawei would be much more attractive now.