Review of the Huawei Nova Plus smartphone: for youth, in the name of glamor. Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds
Information about the make, model, and alternative names of the specific device, if available.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, colors offered, certificates.
| Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 75.7 mm (millimeters) 7.57 cm (centimeters) 0.25 ft (feet) 2.98 in (inches) |
| Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 151.8 mm (millimeters) 15.18 cm (centimeters) 0.5 ft (feet) 5.98 in (inches) |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units measurements. | 7.3 mm (millimeters) 0.73 cm (centimeters) 0.02 ft (feet) 0.29 in (inches) |
| Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 160 g (grams) 0.35 lbs 5.64 oz (ounces) |
| Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. | 83.89 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 5.09 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | Golden Grey Silver |
| Materials for making the case Materials used to make the device body. | Metal |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
| GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often called a 2G mobile network. It is improved by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services), and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies. | GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz |
| UMTS UMTS is an abbreviation for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on GSM standard and applies to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is providing greater speed and spectral efficiency thanks to W-CDMA technology. | UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz UMTS 850 MHz (MLA-L02; MLA-L12; MLA-L03; MLA-L13) UMTS 1900 MHz (MLA-L03; MLA-L13) UMTS 1700/2100 MHz (MLA-L03; MLA-L13) |
| LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as a technology fourth generation(4G). It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent technology development is called LTE Advanced. | LTE 2600 MHz LTE 1800 MHz (MLA-L01; MLA-L11; MLA-L02; MLA-L12) LTE 2100 MHz (MLA-L01; MLA-L11; MLA-L02; MLA-L12) LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40) (MLA-L02; MLA-L12) LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38) (MLA-L01; MLA-L11; MLA-L02; MLA-L12) LTE 850 MHz (MLA-L02; MLA-L12; MLA-L03; MLA-L13) LTE 1900 MHz (MLA-L03; MLA-L03) LTE 1700/2100 MHz (MLA-L03; MLA-L13) LTE 900 MHz (MLA-L01; MLA-L11; MLA-L02; MLA-L12) LTE 700 MHz (B12) (MLA-L03; MLA-L13) LTE 700 MHz Class 17 (MLA-L03; MLA-L13) LTE 800 MHz (MLA-L01; MLA-L11) LTE 700 MHz (B28) (MLA-L02; MLA-L12; MLA-L03; MLA-L13) |
Mobile communication technologies and data transfer speeds
Communication between devices on mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
An operating system is a system software that manages and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.
SoC (System on Chip)
A system on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device on one chip.
| SoC (System on Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as a processor, GPU, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation. | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 MSM8953 |
| Technological process Information about technological process, on which the chip is made. Nanometers measure half the distance between elements in the processor. | 14 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The primary function of a mobile device's processor (CPU) is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications. | ARM Cortex-A53 |
| Processor size The size (in bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of the registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have more high performance compared to 32-bit processors, which for their part are more productive than 16-bit processors. | 64 bit |
| Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv8 |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes software instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Availability more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to be executed in parallel. | 8 |
| CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 2000 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) Graphics processing unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphic applications. IN mobile devices ah it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc. | Qualcomm Adreno 506 |
| Volume random access memory(RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. | 3 GB (gigabytes) |
| Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device. | LPDDR3 |
| Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels mean higher data rates. | Single channel |
| RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its operating speed, more specifically, the speed of reading/writing data. | 933 MHz (megahertz) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed capacity.
Memory cards
Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the quality of the information image directly depends. | IPS |
| Diagonal For mobile devices, screen size is expressed by the length of its diagonal, measured in inches. | 5.5 in (inches) 139.7 mm (millimeters) 13.97 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate screen width | 2.7 in (inches) 68.49 mm (millimeters) 6.85 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate screen height | 4.79 in (inches) 121.76 mm (millimeters) 12.18 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.778:1 16:9 |
| Permission Screen resolution shows the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. More a high resolution means sharper detail in the image. | 1080 x 1920 pixels |
| Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be displayed on the screen with clearer detail. | 401 ppi (pixels per inch) 157 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen area Approximate percentage of screen area occupied by the screen on the front of the device. | 72.8% (percent) |
| Other characteristics Information about other screen features and characteristics. | Capacitive Multi-touch Scratch resistance |
| 2.5D curved glass screen 1500:1 contrast ratio 450 cd/m² |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that a mobile device can recognize.
Main camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for taking photos and videos.
| Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of the camera in a mobile device. | CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) |
| ISO (light sensitivity) ISO indicators determine the level of light sensitivity of the photosensor. A lower value means weaker light sensitivity and vice versa - higher values mean higher light sensitivity, i.e. better ability of the sensor to work in low light conditions. | 100 - 1600 |
| Diaphragm | f/2 |
| Focal length | 4.26 mm (millimeters) |
| Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile device cameras are LED and xenon flashes. LED flashes produce softer light and, unlike brighter xenon flashes, are also used for video shooting. | Double LED |
| Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of mobile device cameras is their resolution, which shows the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in the image. | 4608 x 3456 pixels 15.93 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with the device. | 3840 x 2160 pixels 8.29 MP (megapixels) |
Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video shooting and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p. | 30fps (frames per second) |
| Characteristics Information about other software and hardware features related to the main camera and improving its functionality. | Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Optical image stabilization Geographical tags Panoramic photography HDR shooting Touch Focus Face recognition White Balance Adjustment ISO Setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene Selection Mode |
| Phase detection |
Additional camera
Additional cameras are usually mounted above the device screen and are used mainly for video conversations, gesture recognition, etc.
| Diaphragm Aperture (f-number) is the size of the aperture opening that controls the amount of light reaching the photosensor. A lower f-number means the aperture opening is larger. | f/2 |
| Focal length Focal length is the distance in millimeters from the photosensor to the optical center of the lens. The equivalent focal length is also indicated, providing the same field of view with a full frame camera. | 2.84 mm (millimeters) |
| Image Resolution Information about the maximum resolution of the additional camera when shooting. In most cases, the resolution of the secondary camera is lower than that of the main camera. | 3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels) |
| Video resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution when shooting video with an additional camera. | 1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels) |
| Video - frame rate/frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the secondary camera when shooting video at the maximum resolution. | 30fps (frames per second) |
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Location determination
Information about the navigation and location technologies supported by your device.
WiFi
Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for transmitting data over close distances between various devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between various devices of different types over short distances.
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by your device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
| Browser Information about some of the main characteristics and standards supported by the device's browser. | HTML HTML5 CSS 3 |
Audio file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support different audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital audio data.
Video file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode/decode digital video data.
Battery
Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge necessary for their functioning.
| Capacity A battery's capacity indicates the maximum charge it can hold, measured in milliamp-hours. | 3340 mAh (milliamp-hours) |
| Type The type of battery is determined by its structure and, more precisely, the chemicals used. Exist different types batteries, with lithium-ion and lithium-ion polymer batteries most often used in mobile devices. | Li-polymer |
| Adapter output power Power Information electric current(measured in amperes) and electrical voltage(measured in volts) supplied Charger (output power). Higher power output ensures faster battery charging. | 5 V (volts) / 2 A (amps) |
| Characteristics Information about some additional characteristics device battery. | Fast charging Fixed |
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
The SAR level refers to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.
| Head SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device close to the ear in a conversation position. In Europe, the maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC in accordance with IEC standards, subject to the guidelines of ICNIRP 1998. | 1.41 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR level (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum permissible SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by the CENELEC Committee in compliance with the ICNIRP 1998 guidelines and IEC standards. | 1.47 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
| Head SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are regulated by the CTIA, and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values. | 1.23 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
| Body SAR level (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation to which the human body is exposed when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest permissible SAR value in the USA is 1.6 W/kg per 1 gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA monitors mobile devices' compliance with this standard. | 0.37 W/kg (Watt per kilogram) |
Huawei Nova Plus - new smartphone with a large display, representing the middle class, alternative name Huawei models G9 Plus. The device was announced at the September IFA 2016 exhibition. It represents a completely new line of the Chinese brand, which makes it possible to enjoy devices with a premium design, but at an affordable price.
Design and ergonomics
The front of the Huawei Nova Plus is covered with spectacular curved glass. There are no wide frames here, everything is as refined and elegant as possible. The body itself is made of high quality aluminum. The flat side edges have a high-gloss finish that looks really nice. At the back there is a fingerprint scanner, as well as the main camera, which protrudes literally a millimeter. The bottom end has not only holes for speakers, but also a progressive connector USB Type-C. Since Huawei Nova Plus turned out to be slippery and massive due to big screen, then he regularly tries to jump out of his hand. At the same time, holding the gadget in the palm of your hand is still pleasant and comfortable, your fingers fit where they need to be. One can feel the solidity of the device and the widespread use of high-quality materials. The design does not allow you to change the 3340 mAh battery yourself. Huawei Dimensions Nova Plus (G9 Plus): height - 151.8 mm, width - 75.7 mm, thickness - 7.3 mm, weight - 160 g. Body color - gray, gold and silver.
Display
The device uses a 5.5-inch IPS matrix that recognizes up to 10 simultaneous clicks. With a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and high pixel density, the screen displays a stunning picture that is worthy of praise. There is increased brightness. allowing you to confidently see the image even outdoors in clear weather. Really wide viewing angles and excellent contrast also play in favor of this display. You can adjust the color temperature yourself. There is also a mode that protects vision.
Hardware and performance
The Nova Plus smartphone turned out to be equipped with a rather exotic processor - Snapdragon 625. This is a new mid-level solution, consisting of eight cores that operate at a frequency of 2000 MHz. The graphics are handled by the Adreno 506 accelerator, which belongs to the latest GPU series. For fast work applications and OS are allocated 3 GB of RAM. The internal storage has a capacity of 32 GB, and it can be expanded up to 128 GB MicroSD cards. Here it is used operating system Android 6.0, which is redesigned with the exclusive EMUI 4.1 shell.
The interface, programs and many games run without noticeable freezes. Of course, there is still no lightning-fast speed, but it is pleasant to control and use the device. In AnTuTu, Huawei Nova Plus (G9 Plus) managed to score a good 64,000 points. Some particularly “heavy” games don’t work maximum settings graphics, but with high speed. At the same time, during operation, the smartphone heats up noticeably, which causes some inconvenience.
Communication and sound
Huawei G9 Plus stands out for its truly loud speaker sound. You can turn on the DTS function to make the sound more expressive. While the quality of the speaker can be called good, the sound in headphones is simpler. At maximum volume, the music will begin to choke. The speaker is very good - the interlocutor can be heard clearly, intonation and timbre are preserved. In addition to standard second and third generation networks, the gadget supports LTE Cat 6.
Camera
The built-in 16-megapixel camera can confidently be called fast. It allows you to instantly create photos without any extra thought. The module reproduces colors very accurately and also makes it possible to beautifully blur the distant background. The camera actually has a lot of different modes that can significantly improve the quality of your photos. At night, the photos will turn out blurry, but this typical problem cameras of most smartphones. Pleased with the availability optical stabilization, because she helps a lot in the filming process. Moreover, you can freely shoot videos in 4K! But clear and colorful self-portraits are the merit of the front 8-megapixel camera.
Conclusion
Inside the black box there is not only the smartphone itself, but also good headphones, a clip for the combo tray, an adapter and a cable. Nova Plus (G9 Plus) from Huawei - the ability to touch flagship smartphone in design and materials for a modest $450 fee. The device turned out to be quite fast, and its main camera deserves special praise. This is a compromise option for those who are not ready to overpay for a full-fledged flagship.
Pros:
- Premium design.
- Great big display.
- Great camera.
- Fast processor.
- Speakers.
Minuses:
- Heat.
- Price.
Technical specifications of Huawei Nova Plus (Huawei G9 Plus)
| General characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Model | Huawei G9 Plus, Huawei Nova Plus, MLA-L01/L11, MLA-L02/L12, MLA-L03/L13 |
| Date of announcement/start of sales | September 2016 / October 2016 |
| Dimensions | 151.8 x 75.7 x 7.3 mm. |
| Weight | 160 g. |
| Case color range | Prestige Gold, Mystic Silver, Titanium Gray |
| Number and type of SIM cards | Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM(Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| operating system | Android OS, v6.0.1 (Marshmallow) + EMUI 4.1 |
| Communication standard in 2G networks | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| Communication standard in 3G networks | HSDPA 900 / 2100 - MLA-L01/L11 HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 - MLA-L02/L12 HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - MLA-L03/L13 |
| Communication standard in 4G networks | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 38(2600) - MLA-L01/L11 LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 28(700), 38(2600), 40(2300) - MLA-L02/L12 LTE band 2(1900), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 12(700), 17(700), 28(700) - MLA-L03/L13 |
| Display | |
| Screen type | IPS LCD, 16 million colors |
| Screen size | 5.5 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1080 x 1920 @401 ppi |
| Multitouch | yes, up to 10 simultaneous touches |
| Screen protection | Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Sound | |
| 3.5mm jack | There is |
| FM radio | There is |
| Additionally | |
| Data transfer | |
| USB | ype-C 1.0 reversible connector |
| Satellite navigation | GPS (A-GPS), GLONASS |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | v4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE |
| Internet connection | LTE, Cat4; HSDPA, 21 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps, EDGE, GPRS |
| NFC | No |
| Platform | |
| CPU | Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 processor |
| GPU | Adreno 506 |
| RAM | 3GB |
| Inner memory | 32 GB |
| Supported memory cards | microSD, up to 256 GB (combined microSD/SIM slot) |
| Camera | |
| Camera | 16 MP, f/2.0, phase detection autofocus, OIS, dual-LED (dual tone) flash, |
| Camera functions | 1/2.8″ sensor size, 1.12 µm pixel size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR |
| Video recording | 2160p@30fps |
| Front-camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Battery | |
| Battery type and capacity | Non-removable Li-Po 3340 mAh |
| Additionally | |
| Sensors | Light, proximity, gyroscope, compass, accelerometer, fingerprint scanner |
| Other | - MP4/H.264 player - MP3/eAAC+/WAV/Flac player — Document viewer — Photo/video editor |
| Equipment | |
| Standard equipment | Nova Plus: 1 USB cable: 1 User manual: 1 Warranty card: 1 Charger 5V/2A: 1 |
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The smartphone is almost entirely made of aluminum. There are only a couple of small plastic inserts on the back panel, but they don't spoil the look. The camera lens protrudes slightly from the body. The front panel has glass rounded around the perimeter. There will be four colors on sale: dark grey, silver, gold and rose gold.
The smartphone is like a monolith: weighty, strong, with a jewelry cut. Everything here is like in premium devices.
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Everyone I gave the smartphone to hold appreciated the design. Girls especially liked Huawei Nova Plus. At the same time, friends and colleagues unanimously noted two shortcomings: ugly thick black frames around the display and a slippery body.
Smooth metal glides in dry hands. For a device with a 5.5-inch display and a weight of 160 grams, this could end badly. Using one hand is scary. Convex helps a little back panel, which fits well into the curve of the palm.
The control keys are on the right side, exactly under the thumb of the right hand. The lock button is grooved and is easy to feel in the dark.
If Nova Plus seems big to you, then take a closer look at the 5-inch Nova smartphone. It doesn't lag behind in terms of characteristics, but it fits better in the hand.
The scanner has become even more accurate
A fast and accurate fingerprint scanner is Huawei's hallmark. Nova Plus has upgraded it: now it recognizes not only the papillary pattern, but also its depth. Result: instant response at any finger position.
The scanner also works like this: Touchpad. In the Camera app, you can take a photo by holding your finger on it. Or pull out the notification panel by swiping from top to bottom. You can scroll through photos, answer a call, or turn off the alarm. Simple, logical and convenient.
The camera is not bad, but competitors take better pictures
Nova Plus shoots worse than some competitors for the same money. Take, for example, OnePlus 3 or Honor 8. Automation often overexposes the frame, fortunately, the exposure is adjusted when focusing. Errors can be curbed by manual mode. There is a lot to play around with: ISO, shutter speed, exposure compensation, etc.
The quality of landscapes greatly depends on the lighting: in cloudy weather, when shooting against the sky, the exposure meter is acting up. At night there are noises and blurs. But the pictures with short distance: portraits, macro, static objects.
The main camera of Huawei Nova Plus has a 16-megapixel sensor with a pixel size of 1.12 microns and optics with f2.2 aperture. There is only one module, unlike the double ones in Honor 8 and Huawei P9, but with optical stabilization.
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The camera has potential, but it can only be revealed in manual mode.
Videos can be shot in 4K resolution. The quality is excellent, there are no jerks or slowdowns. Stabilization helps a lot. But there are problems with sound recording: in the first second everything is fine, then the sound comes through as if through cotton wool.
At the presentation, most attention was paid to the front 8-megapixel camera. More precisely, photo processing. Huawei has equipped the application with the functions Beautiful Skin 3.0 and Beauty Make-up 2.0, which even out skin tone, remove bruises, blackheads, draw lips and do other things. The girls will definitely appreciate it.
Can handle all tasks
Huawei suddenly abandoned its own HiSilicon Kirin processors. Nova Plus uses Qualcomm Snapdragon 625. The result of 60,000 points in AnTuTu was not surprising, but when it came to real work, I was very pleased with the smartphone.
Launching applications, switching between them, taking photos, watching videos in 4K - everything works quickly, without stuttering or heating. Even with five programs in the background.
Huawei Nova Plus performance compared to competitors. The higher the result, the better.
With games too full order. Unkilled, Asphalt 8 and Modern Combat 5 ran at maximum settings, and there was not even a hint of lag during operation. The fighting game Injustice only slowed down in the menu and between fights.
Instead of a proprietary Huawei processor, the smartphone has a chip from Qualcomm. The device works very quickly, and this is even a little surprising.
Hauwei Nova Plus supports LTE from both SIM cards. On the outskirts of Moscow, the speed reached 40 Mbit/sec. The satellite location is determined in a couple of seconds. There are no problems with the call quality, but the volume of the speaker may not be enough on the street or in the subway.
The display is bright and clear
Huawei Nova Plus has an IPS display with a diagonal of 5.5 inches and a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. The pixel density is 401 ppi, so you don't have to worry about detail.
The color balance can be adjusted in the settings, making the shades warmer or cooler. Vision Protection mode turns off the blue spectrum colors that cause eye fatigue: convenient in the dark or before bed. The screen also responds to touches with gloves.
The image on the screen is clear, rich, with correct color reproduction. The brightness is enough for comfortable work outdoors.
The battery will last for a day
Nova Plus has a battery with a capacity of 3340 mAh, with which the smartphone will “live” from early morning until late evening. This is if you actively use all the functions. If you moderate your ardor and only occasionally check notifications, then 1.5 days will be enough.
The smartphone played Full HD video at full brightness for 7 hours and 45 minutes. Sabway Surf arcade game drained the battery after 6 hours. Up to reference results Samsung Galaxy Edge 7 and Moto Z Play are far away:
Operating time of Huawei Nova Plus in comparison with competitors and standards. The result is given in minutes.
Using the included adapter (5V/2A), the smartphone is fully charged in 1 hour and 50 minutes. Not bad for an “average” guy!
Artificial audio system was a success
The Nova Plus does not have a built-in amplifier, but it does have DTS Headphone:X technology, which simulates surround sound. And this is not just a marketing ploy - the effect is noticeable.
With Headphone:X, the soundstage expands, becomes fuller and bassier. Music seems to surround you from all sides. The only thing I can complain about is the volume reserve: it’s not enough. IN normal mode The sound is flat and inexpressive - like that of budget smartphones.
For a long time, debates have not subsided about what size a reference smartphone should have. Chinese manufacturer Huawei decided to satisfy the needs of both fans of miniature gadgets and fans of devices with a large screen diagonal, and therefore two versions of Huawei Nova 2 were released to the market at once - regular and Plus. The latter, larger one, will be discussed in our review today.
Huawei Nova 2 Plus
Price and main characteristics
The smartphone belongs to the middle price segment, the older version costs 26,000 rubles, which is slightly more expensive than the regular Huawei Nova 2, which costs 24,000 rubles. Let's take a closer look at the filling for which we are asked to pay this considerable amount.
Specifications:
Screen: LTPS LCD, 5.5” diagonal, resolution 1080×1920 pixels (FullHD);
Processor: eight-core, 64-bit, 4 cores 1.7 GHz (Cortex-A53) and 4 cores 2.36 GHz (Cortex-A53) + Mali-T830 graphics accelerator;
RAM: 4 GB;
inner memory: 64 GB;
camera: two modules of 12 and 8 MP, dual LED flash + front-camera 20 MP;
communications: 4G LTE Advanced, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, Wi-Fi (a/b/g/n/n 5GZ/ac/Dual band/Wi-Fi hotspot), GPS, A-GPS, GLONAS;
battery: 3340 mAh, fast charging;
dimensions: 153.9 x 74.9 x 6.9 mm;
weight: 169 grams.
Equipment and appearance
The smartphone comes in a rather modest package, but everything you need is in place - a charger with support fast charging, USB-C cable, a clip for the SIM tray and a simple headset.
The device comes in several colors – bright blue, gold and graphite black. The phone is visually similar to the brand's flagship models, which is a plus for a device in the mid-price range. 
The design of the device does not shine with originality, but this is not a drawback. The gadget is pleased with its high build quality, the transitions between the monolithic metal body and the glass front panel are invisible, the inclusions of plastic are carefully painted in the same color, and therefore the phone looks like a single whole.
The front side of the smartphone has a standard layout - the front camera, earpiece and a set of sensors are traditionally located above the screen.
In this model, the company decided not to use physical controls, and therefore the bottom frame bears nothing other than the company logo.
The back surface is also designed in a strict manner - two lenses and a flash, a fingerprint scanner underneath and a discreet logo at the bottom.
The edges and ends are made in the usual design - a volume rocker and a power button on the right, a tray for SIM and flash cards on the left.
The bottom end simultaneously accommodates a speaker and an external speaker, a headset jack and USB-C, while the top end is limited in its functionality only to an additional microphone.
Screen
Smartphones from Huawei always have an excellent screen matrix and Huawei Nova 2 Plus is no exception. The display resolution here is Full HD, which is quite enough for a 5.5-inch diagonal.
The picture pleases with its rich color rendering and brightness, viewing angles are close to maximum, the black color is deep and rich, it is possible to reduce blue radiation, which has a beneficial effect on the eyes.
The range of internal brightness settings is very wide, the phone is comfortable to use both in complete darkness and in bright sun. The oleophobic film is already glued to the display and copes with its direct responsibilities quite well.
Performance
At the heart of the device beats a self-developed processor – HiSilicon Kirin 659. In tandem with the Mali-T830 graphics accelerator and 4 gigabytes of RAM, it shows quite good performance, although it is worth noting that it has not increased much compared to the previous generation of Huawei Nova, made on processor from Qualcomm. 
However, the device copes with everyday tasks no worse than any flagship; the operation process is smooth, without slowdowns or lags.
But in the most demanding games it already becomes noticeable that the smartphone’s hardware is not top-end. Although this does not cause much inconvenience yet, such a filling does not have much reserve for the future.
Camera
Unlike the previous generation, Nova 2 acquired dual camera, which was previously the prerogative of only the company’s flagship models. True, unlike the same Huawei P10 Plus, the second module here is not monochrome, but is an eight-megapixel sensor with a wide-angle lens. 
The main camera has a higher resolution - 12 megapixels, and an f/1.8 aperture; when used, the dual module allows you to get a 2x zoom without losing quality, and also adds the ability to shoot in portrait mode.
Shooting in natural light is not satisfactory; detail and color rendition deserve all praise. In the dark there is noise, the outlines lose clarity, but the result is still quite satisfactory. A powerful flash helps offset the effects of poor lighting. 
The front camera is one of the trump cards of the device; selfies taken with a 20-megapixel sensor come out wonderful.
Speaker, sound quality
The external speaker of Huawei Nova 2 Plus did not surprise us in any way; it is quite loud and the sound quality is generally satisfactory, but there is no desire to use it as a portable speaker does not arise.
Another thing is the sound in headphones, here Huawei engineers were able to please even hardened audiophiles, the built-in AKM4376A DAC produces deep and clear sound, individual instruments are perfectly segmented. If you play around with the equalizer settings, you can achieve impressive results, and the new product from Huawei will do its job well as a media player.
Battery
The battery in this device is of a compromise nature; it is physically impossible to fit a high-capacity battery into a gadget less than 7mm thick, but 3340 mAh is a completely acceptable figure. It should easily be enough for a full day of active web surfing, instant messaging and moderate browsing. streaming video, as well as gaming leisure. 
The presence of fast charging no longer surprises anyone, but it is still pleasantly pleasing - the gadget charges from zero to one hundred percent in less than an hour and a half.
Communication and Internet
No problems or surprises were found regarding the quality of communication - a strong level modern smartphone. The device supports all LTE bands common in Russia, so without mobile internet You won't be left in the middle of a busy city. 
The navigation systems also pleased us with their speed and accuracy of determining coordinates. But the absence Wi-Fi support in the 5 GHz range was an unpleasant surprise, today similar technical solution looks archaic. Also, the smartphone is not equipped with an NFC module, so if Android function Pay is a must for you - it's worth taking a look at the manufacturer's other models.
Video review of Huawei Nova 2 Plus
Where can I buy
You can purchase it on Player.ru.
Competitors, conclusion
Summarizing the above, I would like to note that Huawei is moving in the right direction towards creating a reference representative of the mid-range price segment smartphones. The developers did not skimp on the premium design and materials of the case, which will greatly please connoisseurs of the aesthetic component of mobile devices. 
The hardware is not top-end, but the smartphone is not positioned as an ultra-modern gaming platform. The device copes with other tasks effortlessly. There are a number of doubts about the lack of NFC and Wi-Fi at 5 GHz, but for the average person these functions are not paramount and their lack is unlikely to affect the overall experience of working with a smartphone.
A well-implemented camera with 2x optical zoom is still a rarity in the smartphone market and only a few smartphones from Apple, Xiaomi and a couple of Chinese brands can compete with the new product from Huawei, but they usually cost significantly more, and therefore for photography enthusiasts to smartphone this model looks like a great choice.
Huawei Nova 2 Plus
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