Nio Phone vs Huawei P60 Pro: A Deep Dive into Performance, Camera, and Charging

The Nio Phone arrives as a newcomer aiming to disrupt the flagship space with the latest Qualcomm silicon, while the Huawei P60 Pro represents a refinement of Huawei’s established camera and charging prowess. This comparison dissects the core differences between these two Android contenders, focusing on where each excels and who will benefit most from their respective strengths.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

For users prioritizing raw performance and future-proofing, the Nio Phone’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is the clear winner. However, the Huawei P60 Pro delivers a compelling package with its 88W charging and established camera system, making it ideal for those valuing speed of replenishment and photographic consistency.

PHONES
Phone Names	Nio Phone	Huawei P60 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	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA	-
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
	-	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China

Launch
Announced	2023, September 21	2023, March 23
Status	Available. Released 2023, September 21	Available. Released 2023, March 31

Body
Dimensions	165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm (6.50 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)	161 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.34 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	212 g or 216 g (7.48 oz)	200 g (7.05 oz)
	-	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass Victus	Kunlun Glass
Resolution	1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~515 ppi density)	1220 x 2700 pixels (~444 ppi density)
Size	6.81 inches, 112.0 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.67 inches, 107.7 cm2 (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1800 nits (peak)	LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 740	Adreno 730
OS	SkyUI	HarmonyOS 3.1 (China), EMUI 13.1 (Europe), no Google Play Services

Memory
Card slot	No	Nano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
	-	UFS

Main Camera
Features	Ring-LED flash, HDR, panorama	Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Triple	50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.6, 65mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 2.8x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.4, 15mm, 110˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm	48 MP, f/1.4-f/4.0, 25mm (wide), PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/2.1, 90mm (telephoto), PDAF, sensor-shift OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 13 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), AF
Video	4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps; gyro-EIS, HDR Vivid

Selfie camera
Features	-	Panorama, HDR
Single	12 MP, f/2.5, (wide)	13 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, HDR Vivid

Sound
3.5mm jack	-	No
35mm jack	No	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Lossless	5.2, A2DP, LE
Infrared port	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), GLONASS	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (B1I+B1c+B2a), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C, OTG	USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLAN	Yes	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
	-	BDS Satellite Message

Battery
Charging	66W wired, PD3.0, QC4 50W wireless 10W reverse wireless	88W wired 50W wireless Reverse wireless
Type	Li-Po 5200 mAh	Li-Po 4815 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Gray, Pink, Gold, Green, Blue, Dark Blue	Black, Green, Violet, Rococo Pearl
Models	N2301	MNA-AL00, MNA-LX9
Price	About 820 EUR	€ 738.50

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 96h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-27.3 LUFS (Good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 1030473 (v9) GeekBench: 4422 (v6) GFXBench: 65fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Nio Phone

Latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor for superior performance
More efficient 4nm process for better thermal management
PD3.0 and QC4 charging compatibility

Camera specifications are unknown
Charging speed is slower than the P60 Pro

Huawei P60 Pro

88W wired charging for rapid replenishment
Proven camera system with strong image quality
Excellent display brightness (1135 nits)

Older Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor
4G connectivity only

Display Comparison

The Huawei P60 Pro’s display boasts a measured peak brightness of 1135 nits, providing excellent visibility in direct sunlight. While the Nio Phone’s display specs are not provided, Huawei’s infinite contrast ratio (nominal) suggests a strong visual experience. Without knowing the Nio Phone’s panel technology (LTPO or not), it’s difficult to assess power efficiency. The P60 Pro’s brightness advantage is a tangible benefit for outdoor users.

Camera Comparison

Both phones are described as having capable Photo/Video capabilities, but detailed sensor information is lacking for the Nio Phone. The Huawei P60 Pro is known for its strong camera performance, likely leveraging advanced computational photography. Without knowing the Nio Phone’s sensor size, aperture, or OIS implementation, it’s difficult to make a direct comparison. However, Huawei’s history suggests a focus on image quality and versatility, while the Nio Phone’s camera performance remains an unknown quantity. The absence of details on the Nio Phone’s camera system is a significant drawback in this comparison.

Performance

The Nio Phone’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) represents a significant leap over the Huawei P60 Pro’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm). The Gen 2 features a newer CPU architecture – Cortex-X3 vs Cortex-X2 – and a more efficient 4nm process, translating to higher sustained performance and improved thermal management. The Nio Phone’s CPU configuration (1x3.36GHz X3, 2x2.8GHz A715, 2x2.8GHz A710, 3x2.0GHz A510) is optimized for both peak performance and efficiency, compared to the P60 Pro’s (1x3.19GHz X2, 3x2.75GHz A710, 4x2.0GHz A510). The Nio Phone will demonstrably outperform the P60 Pro in CPU-intensive tasks and graphically demanding games.

Battery Life

Both devices share an endurance rating of 96 hours, suggesting similar real-world battery life despite differing charging capabilities. The Huawei P60 Pro’s 88W wired charging is significantly faster than the Nio Phone’s 66W, allowing for quicker top-ups. Both support 50W wireless charging and reverse wireless charging. The P60 Pro’s faster wired charging is a clear advantage for users who frequently need to replenish their battery quickly, while the Nio Phone offers PD3.0 and QC4 compatibility for broader charger support.

Buying Guide

Buy the Nio Phone if you need the absolute best Android performance for demanding tasks like gaming and video editing, and value the benefits of a newer chipset. Buy the Huawei P60 Pro if you prioritize fast charging, a refined camera experience, and a phone that’s proven to deliver consistent results, even if it means sacrificing the latest processor.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the Huawei P60 Pro experience significant throttling during extended gaming sessions?

The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is known to throttle under sustained load, particularly in less well-cooled devices. While Huawei’s thermal management is generally good, expect some performance degradation during prolonged gaming. The Nio Phone’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, with its more efficient 4nm process, will likely exhibit less throttling.

❓ How does the 4G limitation of the Huawei P60 Pro impact its usability in areas with 5G coverage?

The P60 Pro’s 4G connectivity will limit data speeds in areas with 5G infrastructure. While 4G remains functional, users will experience significantly slower download and upload speeds compared to 5G. This is a major drawback for users who rely on fast mobile data.

❓ What type of wireless charging protocol does the Nio Phone support beyond standard Qi?

The Nio Phone supports PD3.0 and QC4 wired charging, indicating a broader compatibility with various chargers. This suggests it may also support proprietary fast wireless charging protocols beyond standard Qi, but specific details are not provided.

❓ Given the lack of detailed camera specs for the Nio Phone, what can we reasonably expect from its camera performance?

Without knowing the sensor size, aperture, or OIS implementation, it’s difficult to predict the Nio Phone’s camera performance. It’s likely to be a competent camera system, but it may not match the established quality and versatility of the Huawei P60 Pro’s camera.