Huawei

Huawei nova 5T

Name: Huawei nova 5T
Brand: Huawei
Price: 450.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$450.00 Launch Price

Display

6.3"

Camera

48MP

Battery

3750mAh | 5W

Processor

Kirin 980 (7 nm)

Announced

Aug 2019

Released

Aug 2019

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IPS LCD Kirin 980 (7 nm) 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM Li-Po 3750 mAh, non-removable

Huawei nova 5T specifications including display, chipset, camera, battery, connectivity, and design details.

Full Specifications

Size	6.3"
Resolution	1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~412 ppi density
Type	IPS LCD
Brightness	N/A nits
Protection	N/A

Chipset	Kirin 980 (7 nm)
Processor (CPU)	Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
Graphics (GPU)	Mali-G76 MP10
AnTuTu Score	268742
RAM & Storage	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Operating System	Android 9.0 (Pie)
UI Layer	EMUI 10

Main Camera	48MP
Camera Setup	48 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1" 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video Recording	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie Camera	32MP
Selfie Features	HDR
DxOMark Score	N/A

Capacity	3750 mAh
Charging Speed	5W Fast Charging
Wireless Charging	No
Reverse Charging	No

Dimensions	154.3 x 74 x 7.8 mm (6.07 x 2.91 x 0.31 in)
Weight	174g
Build Material	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Colors	N/A
Water Resistance	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, p
Face Recognition	No

Network Support	GSM, HSPA, LTE
SIM Type	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
NFC	Yes
USB Port	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Headphone Jack (3.5mm)	No
Stereo Speakers	No

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Quick Review Summary

Huawei nova 5T is one of Huawei's recent releases priced around $450.00, released in August 2019.

The screen comes with a 6.3" display, IPS LCD, with 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~412 ppi density resolution, and a 60Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, the Huawei nova 5T is powered by the Kirin 980 (7 nm), with 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM.

For photography, the phone offers a 48MP main camera, a camera setup that includes 48 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1" 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth), a 32MP selfie camera.

On the battery side, the phone has a 3750mAh battery, 5W charging.

All things considered, the Huawei nova 5T seems like a strong value choice in its price range.

Reasons to Buy

Extra ultrawide camera flexibility
NFC support
Premium build quality
USB OTG support

Reasons to Avoid

No AMOLED/OLED display
Only 60Hz refresh rate
Battery life may not suit highly active or heavy users
Charging speed feels slow for modern heavy usage
A full 0 to 100% charge can take over an hour
Modest main camera resolution

How We Rate the Huawei nova 5T

TelefoneArena Editorial & Testing Standards

When analyzing the Huawei nova 5T, our team focuses on objective data mixed with real-world usability. We look closely at benchmark scores like AnTuTu (268742) to gauge processor efficiency, but we also ensure the software optimization lives up to the hardware.

For the camera, we evaluate the 48MP sensor based on dynamic range, night mode capabilities, and video stabilization. Battery life is judged by pairing the 3750mAh capacity against the display's refresh rate to give you a practical idea of screen-on time.

Common Questions about Huawei nova 5T

Is Huawei nova 5T worth buying?

The Huawei nova 5T could be a good fit depending on your needs; we'd recommend comparing its specs and price with similar phones before deciding.

Is Huawei nova 5T good for gaming?

The Kirin 980 (7 nm) chipset will be the main factor in gaming performance for the Huawei nova 5T; it's worth comparing it to other phones with the same chipset.