Huawei Nova 9 vs Nova 10: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Nova 10 offers a slightly refined design and potentially improved camera features, while the Nova 9 boasts a superior battery endurance rating. Ultimately, the Nova 10 is a worthwhile upgrade if camera and design are priorities, but the Nova 9 remains a strong contender for battery life.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei nova 9 | Huawei nova 10 |
| Network | ||
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| 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 | 2021, September 23 | 2022, July 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 30 | Available. Released 2022, July 10 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 160 x 73.7 x 7.8 mm (6.30 x 2.90 x 0.31 in) | 162.2 x 73.9 x 6.9 mm (6.39 x 2.91 x 0.27 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 175 g (6.17 oz) | 168 g (5.93 oz) |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~392 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.57 inches, 106.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~89.6% 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 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB 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 | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 60 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) |
| 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 60 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@240fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 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, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 66W wired, 60% in 18 min, 100% in 38 min Reverse wired | 66W wired 5W reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4300 mAh | Li-Po 4000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Starry Blue, Black, Green, Violet | Black, Silver, Green, Violet |
| Models | NAM-AL00, NAM-LX9 | NCO-AL00, NCO-LX1, NCO-LX3 |
| Price | About 120 EUR | About 500 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 9
- Exceptional battery life (96h endurance)
- Fast 66W wired charging
- Reverse wired charging
- Solid performance with Snapdragon 778G
- Design may feel slightly dated compared to Nova 10
- Camera potentially less advanced than Nova 10
Huawei nova 10
- Potentially improved camera system
- Modern design
- Fast 66W wired charging
- Likely 120Hz refresh rate display
- Battery life potentially less than Nova 9
- 5W reverse wired charging (slower than Nova 9's)
- Performance identical to Nova 9
Display Comparison
Both phones feature OLED displays, likely with similar resolutions (FHD+). The Nova 9's measured 608 nits max brightness is a good starting point, but the Nova 10 may have slightly improved color accuracy or a higher refresh rate (likely 120Hz, based on typical Nova series trends). Contrast ratio is listed as 'infinite' for the Nova 9, which is a nominal value indicating excellent contrast.
Camera Comparison
While both phones have 'Photo / Video' capabilities listed, the Nova 10 is expected to have a more advanced camera system. This likely includes improvements to the main sensor, potentially a periscope telephoto lens (common in Nova 10 series), and enhanced image processing algorithms. The Nova 9's camera is still capable, but the Nova 10 should offer a noticeable upgrade.
Performance
Both devices share the same Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 4G chipset and CPU configuration. Performance should be virtually identical in everyday tasks and most games. Software optimization will play a larger role in the perceived smoothness.
Battery Life
The Nova 9's endurance rating of 96h is exceptionally impressive, suggesting outstanding battery life. The Nova 10's battery capacity is likely similar, but the Nova 9's software optimization or slightly larger battery may contribute to its superior endurance. The Nova 10 has 66W wired charging, while the Nova 9 has 66W wired charging with reverse wired charging.
Buying Guide
The Huawei Nova 9 is ideal for users prioritizing long battery life and a reliable all-around experience. The Huawei Nova 10 is best suited for those who value a more modern design, potentially improved camera capabilities, and faster charging (though the Nova 9's charging is still very fast).