Overall Score
61.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#2196)61.5
Performance(#2399)64.8
Camera(#2370)44.9
Display(#4960)70.5
Battery(#1554)60.0
Build(#1360)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei nova 6 SE
Short Review
- The Huawei nova 6 SE features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.2 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 183g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- It sports a 6.4-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2310 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 398 ppi.
- Powered by the Kirin 810 chipset, it delivers solid performance through its octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 MP6 GPU, supported by 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and additional macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 4200mAh battery supports 40W fast charging, ensuring quick power replenishment.
- Running on Android 10 with EMUI 10, it lacks Google Play Services but offers a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, though it does not support 5G.
- The phone includes a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern devices.
- Available in multiple colors, it combines aesthetic appeal with functional features.
- The overall package makes it a competent choice for users seeking a reliable smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionVersions: JNY-AL10, JNY-TL10 (China)
Display
Size6.4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2310 pixels (~398 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 810 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.27 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x1.88 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MP6
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNano Memory (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details40W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions159.2 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm (6.27 x 3.00 x 0.34 in)
Weight183 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Emerald Green, Light Pink/Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat13 400/75 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services
OS VersionAndroid 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes