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Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G Specifications

Huawei

Released 2020, Dec 23

8 GB RAM · Kirin 985 5G (7 nm)

  • 184g, 7.9mm thickness
  • Android 10, EMUI 11, no Google Play Services
  • 128GB/256GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.8
Display 8.2
Performance 5.8
Camera 4.9
Body 5.2
Gaming 6.9
Software 4.4
Connectivity 8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 6.5/10

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Quick specifications

6.72"

1236x2676 pixels

64MP

2160p

8GB RAM

Kirin 985 5G

4000mAh

66W

Score breakdown

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6.5 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 7.8/10
Display 8.2/10
Camera 4.9/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 6.9/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.58 GHz BT 5.2 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2020

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
5G bands 1, 3, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79, 80, 83, 84 SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2020, December 23. Released 2021, January 08
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 163.3 x 74.1 x 7.9 mm (6.43 x 2.92 x 0.31 in)
Weight 184 g (6.49 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type OLED, 1B colors, HDR10, 120Hz
Size 6.72 inches, 110.9 cm2 (~91.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1236 x 2676 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~439 ppi density)
OS Android 10, EMUI 11, no Google Play Services
Chipset Kirin 985 5G (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x2.58 GHz Cortex-A76 & 3x2.40 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.84 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G77 (8-core)
Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS
Quad 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF

8 MP, f/2.4, 120??, 17mm (ultrawide)

2 MP (macro)

Auxiliary lens
Features LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K, 1080p, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS
Dual 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)

32 MP, f/2.4, 100?? (ultrawide)
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/a/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 4000 mAh
Charging 66W wired, 60% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min

5W reverse wired
Colors Black, Blue, Green, White
Models BRQ-AN00, BRQ-AL00
Price About 600 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G worth buying in 2026?

Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G good for gaming?

Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G scores 69/100 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 8 Pro 5G?

Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G has a 4,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G have?

Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G features a 6.72-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G have?

Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G is available with 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G?

Genze rates Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G 6.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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