Huawei nova 12s
$327Starting price · USMid-Range2024
6.2
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.7"
Display
50MP
Camera
4,500
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
66W
Charging
168g
Weight
Why This Phone
Mid-RangeThe Huawei nova 12s is a design-focused mid-range device that prioritizes aesthetics and display quality. While the 120Hz OLED panel and 66W charging are competitive, the device is severely hampered by the lack of 5G and Google Play Services, which limits its appeal in global markets. The Snapdragon 778G is an aging chipset for a 2024 release, making the $342 price point feel high compared to competitors offering more modern silicon and 5G support. Popularity is estimated to be low due to the software ecosystem restrictions and lack of 5G.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera6.5
Performance5.5
Battery7.0
Display8.0
Build7.5
Value6.0
Strengths
Extremely thin and lightweight design at 6.9mm
High-quality 120Hz OLED display with 1B color support
Fast 66W wired charging capability
Impressive 60MP ultrawide selfie camera
Stereo speaker configuration
Weaknesses
Lack of 5G connectivity due to chipset limitations
Absence of Google Mobile Services significantly impacts usability
Aging Snapdragon 778G chipset is underpowered for a 2024 release
No optical image stabilization on the main camera
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