Huawei Nova 10 vs Nova 9: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Nova 9 edges out the Nova 10 thanks to its slightly brighter display and faster charging times, despite both sharing the same powerful Snapdragon 778G chipset. The Nova 10's design refinements and potentially updated software might sway some, but overall, the Nova 9 offers a more complete package.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei nova 10 | Huawei nova 9 |
| Network | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Europe | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Europe |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, July 04 | 2021, September 23 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, July 10 | Available. Released 2021, September 30 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 162.2 x 73.9 x 6.9 mm (6.39 x 2.91 x 0.27 in) | 160 x 73.7 x 7.8 mm (6.30 x 2.90 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 168 g (5.93 oz) | 175 g (6.17 oz) |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~392 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.57 inches, 106.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10 | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10 |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 670 & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 670) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 670 & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 670) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 4G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 4G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Adreno 642L |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 (China), EMUI 12 (Europe), no Google Play Services | HarmonyOS 2.0 (China), EMUI 12 (Europe), no Google Play Services |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | - | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Single | 60 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens | - |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS | 4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 60 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@240fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/a/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/a/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Virtual proximity sensing | - | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 66W wired 5W reverse wired | 66W wired, 60% in 18 min, 100% in 38 min Reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh | Li-Po 4300 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Silver, Green, Violet | Starry Blue, Black, Green, Violet |
| Models | NCO-AL00, NCO-LX1, NCO-LX3 | NAM-AL00, NAM-LX9 |
| Price | About 500 EUR | About 120 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 96h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -27.3 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 469798 (v9) GeekBench: 2973 (v5.1) GFXBench: 28fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Huawei nova 10
- Potentially updated software
- Modern design
- 66W wired charging with reverse wired
- Unspecified display brightness
- Unspecified battery endurance rating
- Potentially less refined camera system compared to Nova 9
Huawei nova 9
- Brighter display (608 nits)
- Excellent battery life (96h endurance)
- Faster charging (60% in 18 min, 100% in 38 min)
- Proven camera system
- Older design compared to Nova 10
- May have older software version
Display Comparison
Both phones feature OLED displays, but the Nova 9 boasts a measured peak brightness of 608 nits, offering better visibility in direct sunlight. The Nova 10's display is likely comparable but lacks specific brightness measurements. The Nova 9 also advertises an 'infinite' contrast ratio, suggesting excellent blacks and vibrant colors. While both offer smooth visuals, the Nova 9's brightness gives it a slight edge.
Camera Comparison
Camera performance is a key area. While both are listed as 'Photo / Video', the Nova 9 is known for its versatile camera system, including a main sensor and potentially ultrawide and macro lenses. The Nova 10 likely features similar capabilities, potentially with improvements in image processing. Detailed camera comparisons would require in-depth testing, but the Nova 9's established reputation gives it a slight advantage.
Performance
Both devices are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G chipset, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks and moderate gaming. Expect similar performance in most scenarios. Software optimization and RAM management will be key differentiators in real-world usage.
Battery Life
The Nova 9 shines in this category, boasting an impressive endurance rating of 96 hours. This suggests exceptional battery life. The Nova 10's battery capacity is likely similar, but its endurance rating isn't explicitly stated. Both support 66W wired charging, but the Nova 9 charges significantly faster (60% in 18 min, 100% in 38 min), providing a quicker top-up.
Buying Guide
The Huawei Nova 10 is ideal for users prioritizing a modern design and potentially newer software features. The Nova 9 is a better choice for those who value a brighter display, faster charging, and a proven track record of excellent battery life.