Overall Score
48.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2532)48.2
Performance(#1587)84.1
Camera(#1822)47.4
Display(#1754)80.4
Battery(#3961)27.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#1623)72.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Huawei nova 8 SE
Short Review
- The Huawei nova 8 SE features a sleek design with dimensions of 161.1 x 74.8 x 7.5 mm and a weight of 178g, available in multiple colors.
- It boasts a 6.53-inch OLED display with HDR10 support, offering a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a pixel density of approximately 403 ppi.
- Performance is driven by either the Mediatek Dimensity 720 or 800U chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming experiences.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and dual 2 MP sensors for macro and depth photography, capable of recording 4K video.
- The 16 MP front camera delivers clear selfies.
- Battery life is supported by a 3800 mAh capacity, with fast charging at 66W.
- The device runs on Android 10 with EMUI 10.1, lacking Google Play Services.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.1.
- Notably, it lacks a headphone jack and stereo speakers.
- Overall, the nova 8 SE combines a modern design with solid performance and versatile camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, November 06
Announced2020, November 06
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.53"
TypeOLED, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 720 (7 nm) - standard modelMediatek Dimensity 800U (7 nm) - premium model
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - standard modelOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) - premium model
GPUMali-G57 MC3
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, 120˚, 17mm (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, Panorama, HDR
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3800 mAh
Charging Details66W wired, 60% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions161.1 x 74.8 x 7.5 mm (6.34 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight178 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Deep Blue, Blue, Silver
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
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 JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, EMUI 10.1, no Google Play Services
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass