Huawei Nova 9 vs Nova 9 Pro: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Nova 9 Pro takes the crown thanks to its significantly faster 100W charging and potentially improved camera system (though details are limited). However, the Nova 9 offers excellent battery life and a slightly brighter display, making it a strong contender for budget-conscious users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Huawei nova 9 | Huawei nova 9 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, 5G |
| 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 | 2021, September 23 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 30 | Available. Released 2021, September 30 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 160 x 73.7 x 7.8 mm (6.30 x 2.90 x 0.31 in) | 163.4 x 74.4 x 8 mm (6.43 x 2.93 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 175 g (6.17 oz) | 186 g (6.56 oz) |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~392 ppi density) | 1236 x 2676 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~439 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.57 inches, 106.0 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.72 inches, 110.9 cm2 (~91.2% 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 | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | - | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) 32 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) |
| 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 | 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) | - |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS | 4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | - | 32 MP, f/2.0, (wide) 32 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) |
| 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 |
| 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, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 66W wired, 60% in 18 min, 100% in 38 min Reverse wired | 100W wired, 100% in 20 min Reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4300 mAh | Li-Po 4000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Starry Blue, Black, Green, Violet | Black, Blue, Green, Violet |
| Models | NAM-AL00, NAM-LX9 | RTE-AL00, Hebe-BD00 |
| Price | About 120 EUR | About 460 EUR |
| Tests | ||
|---|---|---|
| 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
- Excellent battery life (96h endurance)
- Bright display (608 nits)
- Fast 66W charging
- Stylish design
- Slower charging compared to Pro
- Camera details are unclear
Huawei nova 9 Pro
- Incredibly fast 100W charging
- Potentially improved camera system
- Stylish design
- Likely smaller battery capacity
- Higher price point
- No endurance rating provided
Display Comparison
Both phones feature OLED displays, but the Nova 9 boasts a measured peak brightness of 608 nits, slightly edging out the Pro. The contrast ratio is listed as 'infinite' for both, indicating excellent blacks and vibrant colors. While the Pro might have a slightly different panel or calibration, concrete differences are difficult to ascertain without further testing.
Camera Comparison
Camera details are somewhat limited in the provided specs. Both are listed as 'Photo / Video' but the Pro likely has a more advanced camera system, potentially with a higher resolution main sensor or improved image processing. Further reviews are needed to confirm this.
Performance
Both devices share the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G chipset and CPU configuration. Performance should be very similar in everyday tasks and gaming. Differences, if any, would likely stem from software optimization or RAM management.
Battery Life
The Nova 9 shines here with an impressive endurance rating of 96 hours. The Nova 9 Pro, while still offering good battery life, doesn't have a specified endurance rating, but its 100W charging capability suggests a smaller battery capacity to enable that speed.
Buying Guide
The Huawei Nova 9 is ideal for users prioritizing long battery life, a bright display, and a more affordable price point. The Nova 9 Pro is best suited for those who value incredibly fast charging speeds and potentially a more advanced camera experience, willing to pay a premium.