Huawei nova 9 Pro vs nova 10 Youth: A Detailed Comparison

Huawei's nova series consistently delivers stylish phones with impressive features. The nova 9 Pro and nova 10 Youth are the latest contenders, but which one offers the best value? This comprehensive comparison will delve into their specs, performance, and more to help you make an informed decision.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Huawei nova 9 Pro takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster Snapdragon 778G chipset and blazing-fast 100W charging. While the nova 10 Youth offers a more youthful design and potentially better camera versatility, the Pro's performance advantage makes it the overall winner for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Huawei nova 9 Pro	Huawei nova 10 Youth

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
	CDMA 800	CDMA2000 1x

Launch
Announced	2021, September 23	2023, March 04
Status	Available. Released 2021, September 30	Available. Released 2023, March 04

Body
Dimensions	163.4 x 74.4 x 8 mm (6.43 x 2.93 x 0.31 in)	164.6 x 75.6 x 7.9 mm (6.48 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	186 g (6.56 oz)	191 g (6.74 oz)
	-	Splash and dust resistant

Display
Resolution	1236 x 2676 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~439 ppi density)	1080 x 2388 pixels (~387 ppi density)
Size	6.72 inches, 110.9 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio)	6.78 inches, 111.4 cm2 (~89.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	OLED, 1B colors, HDR10, 120Hz	IPS LCD, 90Hz

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Kryo 670 & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 670)	Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A53)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 4G (6 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 680G 4G (6 nm)
GPU	Adreno 642L	Adreno 610
OS	HarmonyOS 2.0	HarmonyOS 2.0

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
	UFS	-

Main Camera
Dual	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) 32 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide)	-
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad	50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	108 MP, (wide), PDAF 8 MP, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Single	-	16 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Triple	-	108 MP, (wide), PDAF 8 MP, (ultrawide) 2 MP, (macro) 2 MP, (depth)
Video	4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Dual	32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) 32 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide)	-
Features	HDR	-
Single	-	16 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	No	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes	No
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
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/ac, dual-band

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	100W wired, 100% in 20 min Reverse wired	66W wired, 60% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min 5W reverse wired
Type	Li-Po 4000 mAh	Li-Po 4000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Blue, Green, Violet	Black, Blue
Models	RTE-AL00, Hebe-BD00	JLN-AL00
Price	About 460 EUR	About 230 EUR

Huawei nova 9 Pro

Significantly faster performance
Blazing-fast 100W charging
Premium display (likely 120Hz)
Good camera quality

Potentially higher price
Design might be less 'youthful' than the 10 Youth

Huawei nova 10 Youth

More affordable
Potentially more versatile camera system
Stylish and youthful design
Decent 66W charging

Slower performance
Slower charging speed
Less premium display

Display Comparison

Both phones feature OLED displays, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. The nova 9 Pro likely has a slightly higher resolution and potentially a smoother refresh rate (assumed 120Hz), providing a more premium visual experience. The nova 10 Youth's display is expected to be good, but not quite as refined.

Camera Comparison

The nova 10 Youth is rumored to have a 64MP main camera, potentially with a more versatile setup including ultrawide and macro lenses. The nova 9 Pro has a 50MP main camera, but its image processing and overall camera performance are likely superior due to the more powerful chipset. Both offer good selfie cameras.

Performance

This is where the nova 9 Pro shines. The Snapdragon 778G 4G is a considerably more powerful chipset than the Snapdragon 680G 4G in the nova 10 Youth. Expect noticeably faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the Pro.

Battery Life

The nova 9 Pro boasts a massive advantage with its 100W wired charging, allowing for incredibly fast charging times. The nova 10 Youth's 66W charging is still respectable, but significantly slower. Battery capacity is likely similar between the two, but the Pro's charging speed makes a big difference.

Buying Guide

The Huawei nova 9 Pro is ideal for users who prioritize performance, fast charging, and a smooth user experience. The nova 10 Youth is a better choice for those on a tighter budget who value aesthetics and a potentially more versatile camera system, and don't mind slower charging.