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Huawei nova Specifications
Huawei
Released 2016, Sep 15
3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
- 146g, 7.1mm thickness
- Android 6.0.1, up to 7.0, EMUI 4.1
- 32GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 5.9 | — |
| Display | 4.6 | — |
| Performance | 4.4 | — |
| Camera | 4.5 | — |
| Body | 5.6 | — |
| Gaming | 4.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.0"
1080x1920 pixels
12MP
2160p
3GB RAM
Snapdragon 625
3020mAh
18W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - CAN-L01L11 | |
| ??? | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 2100 - CAN-L02L12 | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - CAN-L03L13 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 38 - CAN-L01L11 | |
| ??? | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 28, 38, 40 - CAN-L02L12 | |
| ??? | 2, 4, 5, 7, 28, 12, 17 - CAN-L03L13 | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
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Launch
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Announced | 2016, September. Released 2016, October |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 141.2 x 69.1 x 7.1 mm (5.56 x 2.72 x 0.28 in) |
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| Weight | 146 g (5.15 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~70.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 4.1 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | Adreno 506 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
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| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 5.1 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 12 MP, 1/2.9", 1.25??m, PDAF |
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| Features | HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 8 MP |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 3020 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 18W wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Prestige Gold, Mystic Silver, Titanium Grey, Obsidian Black |
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| Models | CAN-L01L11, CAN-L02L12, CAN-L03L13, CAN-L11, CAN-L01, CAN-L12, CAZ-AL10, CAZ-TL10, CAN-L13 | |
| Price | About 200 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | Basemark OS II 2.0: 1218 Basemark X: 10511 |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: 1540:1 (nominal), 2.467 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 69dB / Noise 71dB / Ring 80dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -68.9dB / Crosstalk -95.9dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 84h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Huawei nova worth buying in 2026?
Huawei nova is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Huawei nova?
Huawei nova has a 3,020 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Huawei nova have?
Huawei nova features a 5.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Huawei nova have?
Huawei nova is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Huawei nova?
Genze rates Huawei nova 4.7/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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