Overall Score
46.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#2741)46.5
Performance(#1742)83.5
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3241)29.5
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#2276)63.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Huawei nova 7i
Short Review
- The Huawei nova 7i 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.
- Its 6.4-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2310 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 398 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Kirin 810 chipset, the device delivers efficient performance with an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, complemented by an 8 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 16 MP selfie camera captures clear self-portraits.
- The 4200 mAh battery supports 40W fast charging, allowing for quick power replenishment without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 10 with EMUI 10, the device does not support Google Play Services, which may limit app availability.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and a USB Type-C port, but it lacks 5G support and NFC.
- The phone is available in Midnight Black, Crush Green, and Sakura Pink colors, appealing to a variety of aesthetic preferences.
- The inclusion of a headphone jack is a notable feature for audio enthusiasts.
- Overall, the Huawei nova 7i combines solid specifications with a modern design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, January 30
Announced2020, January 30
DescriptionVersions: JNY-L22B, JNY-L21A, JNY-L01A, JNY-L21B, JNY-L22A, JNY-L02A
Display
Size6.4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2310 pixels (~398 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
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, 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)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4200 mAh
Charging Details40W wired, 70% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
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
ColorsMidnight Black, Crush Green, Sakura Pink
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-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
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, EMUI 10, no Google Play Services
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass