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Huawei nova 8 SE Youth

Huawei nova 8 SE Youth

Brand: HUAWEI
Category: Smart Phones
  • Display: 6.6" Inch
  • Camera: 48MP (1080p)
  • RAM: 8GB RAM
  • Processor: Kirin 710A
  • Battery: 4000mAh
  • Launch Date: 2021, August 13
  • Storage: 128GB storage, no card slot
  • OS: Android 10, EMUI 10.1
  • Body: 179g, 8.4mm thickness

Specs

Network

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands LTE
Speed HSPA, LTE

Launch

Announced 2021, July 28
Status Available. Released 2021, August 13

Body

Dimensions 160.7 x 73.3 x 8.4 mm (6.33 x 2.89 x 0.33 in)
Weight 179 g (6.31 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type IPS LCD
Size 6.6 inches, 105.2 cm2 (~89.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~399 ppi density)

Platform

OS Android 10, EMUI 10.1, no Google Play Services
Chipset Kirin 710A (14 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Mali-G51 MP4

Memory

Card slot No
Internal 128GB 8GB RAM

Main Camera

Primary Camera 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF
Second Camera 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Third Camera 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Features LED flash, Panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Primary Camera 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video 1080p@30fps

Sound

Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes

Comms

WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

Features

Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass

Battery

Type Li-Po 4000 mAh
Charging 40W wired, 60% in 15 min, 100% in 35 min

Misc

Colors Black, Silver
Models CHL-AL60
Price About 250 EUR

Test Results

EU LABEL

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

5.1
  • Design 7 / 10
  • Display 6 / 10
  • Camera 6 / 10
  • Auto Focus 6 / 10
  • Image Quality 5 / 10
  • Performance 4 / 10
  • Features 4 / 10
  • Connectivity 5 / 10
  • Call Quality 6 / 10
  • Multimedia 5 / 10
  • Usability 3 / 10
  • Video Quality 4 / 10
  • Battery 5 / 10

PROS

  1. Stunning Display: It features a large 6.6-inch IPS LCD with a crisp 1080 x 2400 pixel resolution (FHD+).
  2. Fast Charging: The device supports 40W fast charging, capable of a 100% charge in approximately 35 minutes.
  3. Generous RAM: It comes equipped with 8GB of RAM, allowing for decent multitasking performance.
  4. Ample Storage: 128GB of internal storage provides plenty of space for apps, photos, and media.
  5. Modern Design: The phone boasts a thin 8.4mm body, offering a sleek, stylish, and ergonomic feel.
  6. Good Selfie Camera: A 16MP front camera offers decent selfie quality in good lighting.
  7. Reliable Connectivity: Includes Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C, and support for dual-band Wi-Fi.
  8. Physical Audio Option: It retains a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is increasingly rare.
  9. Fast Security: Side-mounted fingerprint reader allows for quick unlocking.
  10. Good Battery Life: A 4000 mAh battery provides solid, all-day power for moderate usage.

CONS

  1. No Google Services: Lacks native Google Mobile Services (GMS), relying on Huawei AppGallery.
  2. Old Processor: Powered by the aging Kirin 710A chipset, which lags behind competitors in performance.
  3. No 5G Support: The device is limited to 4G LTE connectivity.
  4. IPS Panel Only: Uses an IPS LCD screen instead of the superior AMOLED panels found in some competitors.
  5. No Expandable Storage: Lacks a microSD card slot, restricting storage expansion.
  6. Outdated Android Version: Launched with Android 10, limiting access to newer OS features.
  7. Average Camera Performance: The 48MP main camera takes average photos that can struggle in low light.
  8. No IP Rating: Offers no certified water or dust resistance.
  9. No High Refresh Rate: Display operates at a standard 60Hz rather than 90Hz or 120Hz.
  10. High Price Point: Considered overpriced for the chipset performance it provides.

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