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Huawei nova 2s phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei nova 2s Specifications

Huawei

Released 2017, Dec 15

4 / 6 GB RAM · Kirin 960 (16 nm)

  • 169g, 7.5mm thickness
  • Android 8.0, EMUI 8
  • 64GB/128GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 6.5
Display 5
Performance 5.1
Camera 4.5
Body 5.6
Gaming 5.1
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.1/10

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Quick specifications

6.0"

1080x2160 pixels

16MP

2160p

4/6GB RAM

Kirin 960

3340mAh

18W

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5.1 /10
Performance 5.1/10
Battery 6.5/10
Display 5/10
Camera 4.5/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 5.1/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.40 GHz BT 4.2 2017

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA
4G bands LTE
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
GPRS Yes
EDGE Yes
Announced 2017, December. Released 2017, December
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 156.9 x 75.1 x 7.5 mm (6.18 x 2.96 x 0.30 in)
Weight 169 g (5.96 oz)
Build Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 6.0 inches, 92.4 cm2 (~78.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
OS Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8
Chipset Kirin 960 (16 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Mali-G71 MP8
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Dual 16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF

20 MP B/W, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.7"
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Dual 20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.0??m

2 MP, depth sensor
Features LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 3340 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired
Colors Black, Gray, Red, Rose Gold, Light Blue
Models HWI-AL00, HWI-TL00, HWI-L29
Price About 200 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei nova 2s worth buying in 2026?

Huawei nova 2s is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.1/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei nova 2s good for gaming?

Huawei nova 2s scores 51/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Huawei nova 2s?

Huawei nova 2s has a 3,340 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei nova 2s have?

Huawei nova 2s features a 6.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei nova 2s have?

Huawei nova 2s is available with 4 / 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei nova 2s?

Genze rates Huawei nova 2s 5.1/10 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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