Huawei Nova 9 vs Nova 10 Pro: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Nova 10 Pro takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster 100W charging and brighter display. While the Nova 9 boasts slightly better battery endurance, the Nova 10 Pro's charging speed and improved screen make it the more compelling choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei nova 9 | Huawei nova 10 Pro |
| 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, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 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 | CDMA 800 | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, September 23 | 2022, July 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 30 | Available. Released 2022, July 10 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 160 x 73.7 x 7.8 mm (6.30 x 2.90 x 0.31 in) | 164.2 x 74.5 x 7.9 mm (6.46 x 2.93 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 175 g (6.17 oz) | 191 g (6.74 oz) |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~392 ppi density) | 1200 x 2652 pixels (~429 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.57 inches, 106.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 111.4 cm2 (~91.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10 | OLED, 1B colors, HDR10, 120Hz |
| 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 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | - | 8 MP, f/2.2, 52mm (portrait), AF 60 MP, f/2.4, 17mm, 100˚ (ultrawide), AF |
| 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) | - |
| Triple | - | 50 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ (ultrawide), AF Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS | 4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | - | 8 MP, f/2.2, 52mm (telephoto), AF, 2x optical zoom 60 MP, f/2.4, 17mm, 100˚ (ultrawide), AF |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | - |
| 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 66W wired, 60% in 18 min, 100% in 38 min Reverse wired | 100W wired, 20-80% in 10 min Reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4300 mAh | Li-Po 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Starry Blue, Black, Green, Violet | Black, Silver, Green, Violet |
| Models | NAM-AL00, NAM-LX9 | GLA-AL00, GLA-LX1 |
| Price | About 120 EUR | About 730 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 96h | Endurance rating 89h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -27.3 LUFS (Good) | -27.7 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 469798 (v9) GeekBench: 2973 (v5.1) GFXBench: 28fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 528847 (v9) GeekBench: 2794 (v5.1) GFXBench: 23fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Huawei nova 9
- Excellent battery life (96h)
- Slightly more affordable
- Good performance with Snapdragon 778G
- Lower display brightness
- Slower charging speed
- Missing detailed camera specs
Huawei nova 10 Pro
- Blazing-fast 100W charging
- Brighter display (784 nits)
- Modern design
- Reverse wired charging
- Slightly lower battery endurance (89h)
- Potentially higher price
- Missing detailed camera specs
Display Comparison
The Nova 10 Pro's display shines with a measured peak brightness of 784 nits, significantly brighter than the Nova 9's 608 nits. Both offer excellent contrast (infinite nominal), but the increased brightness of the 10 Pro makes it easier to see in direct sunlight. Both likely use OLED panels with vibrant colors and deep blacks.
Camera Comparison
While both phones have 'Photo / Video' listed, detailed camera specs are missing. Based on typical Nova series performance, expect capable cameras on both, likely with a main sensor, ultrawide, and potentially a macro lens. The Nova 10 Pro might have slight improvements in image processing due to newer software.
Performance
Both phones share the same Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 4G chipset and CPU, meaning performance will be very similar in everyday tasks and gaming. Expect smooth multitasking and responsive app loading on both devices. Real-world performance differences will be minimal.
Battery Life
The Nova 9 edges out the Nova 10 Pro in terms of raw battery endurance, boasting a 96h rating compared to the 10 Pro's 89h. However, the Nova 10 Pro's 100W charging is a game-changer, allowing for incredibly fast top-ups. This makes the slightly lower endurance less of a concern.
Buying Guide
The Huawei Nova 9 is ideal for users prioritizing long battery life and a slightly more affordable price point. The Nova 10 Pro is perfect for those who value blazing-fast charging, a brighter display for better outdoor visibility, and a more modern design.