Overall Score
58.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3533)58.3
Performance(#4589)60.3
Camera(#956)50.0
Display(#4984)70.5
Battery(#8632)43.5
Build(#7000)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei nova plus
Short Review
- The Huawei nova plus features a sleek design with dimensions of 151.8 x 75.7 x 7.3 mm and a weight of 160g, available in Prestige Gold, Mystic Silver, and Titanium Grey.
- It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a sharp pixel density of approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU, and an Adreno 506 GPU, complemented by options of 3GB or 4GB RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor with OIS and can record video in 4K at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The battery capacity stands at 3340 mAh, supporting 18W fast charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 6.0.1 with EMUI 4.1, the software experience is functional, though not the latest.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- The device does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, the Huawei nova plus combines solid performance, a good camera system, and a reliable battery in a stylish package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.8", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
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
Dimensions151.8 x 75.7 x 7.3 mm (5.98 x 2.98 x 0.29 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPrestige Gold, Mystic Silver, Titanium Grey
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat7 300/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes