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Huawei nova 6#1481

Released: 2019

Huawei nova 6

Overall Score

57.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1481)57.9
Performance(#1042)88.6
Camera(#532)94.5
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3312)29.3
Build(#947)78.7
Connectivity(#2045)65.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Huawei nova 6

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Short Review

  • The Huawei nova 6 features a sleek design with glass front and back, aluminum frame, and dimensions of 162.6 x 75.7 x 8.6 mm, weighing 197 grams.
  • Its 6.57-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels with a density of approximately 401 ppi, but lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
  • Powered by the Kirin 990 chipset, it boasts an octa-core CPU and Mali-G76 MP16 GPU, ensuring smooth performance with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
  • The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with a 40 MP wide lens, 8 MP telephoto with OIS, and 8 MP ultrawide, capable of recording 4K video at 30/60fps.
  • The 4100 mAh battery supports 40W fast charging but does not offer wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 10 with EMUI 10, it lacks Google Play Services, which may limit app availability.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and USB Type-C, while a headphone jack is included.
  • The device is available in Black, Blue, Red, and Provence colors.
  • Overall, the Huawei nova 6 combines solid performance with a capable camera and a stylish build.
  • However, the absence of 5G and wireless charging may be drawbacks for some users.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionAlso available with 5GVersions: WLZ-AL10, WLZ-TL10 (China)

Display

Size6.57"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetKirin 990 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.09 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.86 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G76 MP16
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera40 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/1.7", PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, 80mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom8 MP, f/2.4, 16mm (ultrawide)
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, Panorama, HDR, LED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@960fps, (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video4K@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity4100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4100 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details40W wired, 70% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions162.6 x 75.7 x 8.6 mm (6.40 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)
Weight197 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Blue, Red, Provence
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass