Overall Score
58.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3325)58.7
Performance(#2976)62.5
Camera(#1940)45.5
Display(#3495)70.5
Battery(#4799)43.5
Build(#123)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei nova 2s
Short Review
- The Huawei nova 2s features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 156.9 x 75.1 x 7.5 mm and weighing 169 grams.
- It boasts a 6.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi.
- Powered by the Kirin 960 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth performance for multitasking.
- The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 16 MP main sensor and a 20 MP monochrome sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The battery capacity is 3340 mAh, supporting 18W fast charging, but lacks wireless charging.
- Running on Android 8.0 with EMUI 8, it offers a user-friendly interface and various customization options.
- Connectivity features include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC support.
- The phone does not support 5G and has no stereo speakers, but it retains a headphone jack.
- Available in multiple colors, the nova 2s combines aesthetic appeal with functional specifications.
- Overall, it presents a balanced combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 960 (16 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G71 MP8
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF20 MP B/W, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.7"
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3340 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3340 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions156.9 x 75.1 x 7.5 mm (6.18 x 2.96 x 0.30 in)
Weight169 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gray, Red, Rose Gold, Light Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes