Huawei nova 9
$131Starting price · USMid-Range2021
6.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.57"
Display
50MP
Camera
4,300
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
66W
Charging
175g
Weight
Why This Phone
Mid-RangeThe Huawei nova 9 offers a premium display and fast charging at a budget-friendly price point. However, the lack of 5G and Google services significantly limits its appeal for modern users.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera6.0
Performance7.0
Battery6.5
Display8.0
Build7.5
Value9.0
Strengths
Excellent 120Hz OLED display
Very fast 66W charging
Slim and lightweight design
Strong value for price
Weaknesses
No Google Play Services
No 5G connectivity
Lacks stereo speakers
No microSD card slot
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