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Huawei Nova 5T
Huawei Nova 5T
Huawei Nova 5T
Huawei Nova 5T
Huawei Nova 5T
Huawei Nova 5T
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8.3/10
Informr score
The Huawei Nova 5T currently has an Informr score of 8.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 7 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
2.6 GHz
Processor
Processor
2.6 GHz
6.26"
Screen Size
Screen Size
6.26"
48+ MP, f/1.8
Camera
Camera
48+ MP, f/1.8
3750 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Pocketnow
Pocketnow

It’s really difficult to categorize this phone, as it offers features that place it above mid-range devices, but at the same time it sits below the flagships. Considering that it’s rocking previous generation flagship internals, a good camera system, large display, all of it packed in a nice and sma...

- Anton D. Nagy, Pocketnow
Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World

Irrespective, with Huawei guaranteeing sustained security updates, it's still a great camera phone given its price. The 5T combines impressive imaging with plenty of power and a bright screen. While there's no telephoto camera, highlights like a through the roof ISO and 960fps slow-motion video capt...

- Basil Kronfli, Digital Camera World
Notebookcheck
Notebookcheck

The Huawei Nova 5T is a powerful smartphone with a lot of storage and a very elegant case. The fact that the camera is surpassed by the current elite of the cameras can be tolerated, considering the suggested retail price of 429 Euros (~$478). Also, wide-angle images and macro photography are additi...

- Inge Schwabe, Notebookcheck
AndroidPIT
AndroidPIT

So after eliminating the trade war and Google difficulties as well as the overpricing, we should actually correct our verdict on the Honor 20 - um, excuse me - on the Huawei Nova 5T. If only it weren't for its twin brother, now available for around £330 and thus offers the same hardware. Then there...

- Eric Ferrari-Herrmann, AndroidPIT
Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews

If the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro wasn’t on the scene, I’d be singing the praises of the Nova 5T from the rooftops. The difference between the two phones is subtle, but in our tests, the Huawei was always slightly behind in almost every area. The most significant shortfalls are that the screen is an IPS model...

- Expert Reviews


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Common Questions


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Huawei backs up the Nova 5T with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Nova 5T has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Huawei support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Huawei's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.



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Screen Size
6.26"

The Huawei Nova 5T's screen size is 6.26 inches with 1080 x 2340 pixels resolution.

Processor
2.6 GHz

There is a HiSilicon Kirin 980 (7 nm) Octa-core 2.6 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 9.0 Pie operating system (OS).

Camera
48+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 48+ MP, f/1.8 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 32+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
128 GB

Internal memory is 128 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.

Battery
3750mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 3750 mAh battery.

Nova 5T Specs

Overview
Release Date September 6, 2019
Regions Available United Kingdom
Operating System Android 9.0 Pie

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Processor HiSilicon Kirin 980 (7 nm) Octa-core 2.6 GHz
Internal Storage 128 GB
RAM 6 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible Unknown
TTY/TDD Unknown
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 0.84 W/kg
Body: 1.29 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Headphones, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling Yes
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Yes
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM Yes
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support Yes
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot No
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
48+ Megapixels, f/1.8
Zoom
Yes
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, 2nd camera feature (16 MP, F2.2, ultrawide), 3rd camera feature (2 MP, F2.4, wide, Depth assistant), 4th camera feature (2 MP, F2.4, wide, macro camera)
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
32+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Aperture F2.0
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels
Pixel Density 412 pixels
Size 6.26 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touchscreen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity 3750 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging Yes
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Glass
Colors Midsummer Purple, Black, Crush Blue
Dimensions [H x W x D] 15.425 x 7.397 x 0.787 cm (6.1 x 2.9 x 0.3 in)
Weight 174 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof No
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack No
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Yes
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