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Huawei Nova 11i (2023) review

Harmony OS v3.0
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680
Adreno 610
8 GB / 256 GB
6.8 inch (1080 x 2388 px)
48 + 2 MP, 8000 x 6000 px, autofocus

Huawei announced the launch of the Nova 11i smartphone in 2023. The manufacturer is offering the Huawei Nova 11i phone with 6.8 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage.

The Huawei Nova 11i series was launched with Harmony OS v3.0 pre-installed, but it is upgradable to newer versions of OS as they become available. The 6.8 inch phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (1080 x 2388 px). This screen can reproduce accurate and vibrant colors. The multi-camera setup on the Nova 11i offers versatility, allowing you to capture a wide range of subjects and scenes with different perspectives. With multiple cameras, you can capture the same scene from different angles or focal lengths simultaneously. The Nova 11i also features a 16 MP front-facing camera.

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Huawei Nova 11i specifications

BrandHuawei
NameNova 11i
ModelMAO-LX9
Release date2023
Price$350

Body

Weight6.81 oz
Dimensions6.48 x 2.97 x 0.34 inch
Colorsblack, mint green
SIM typeNano SIM

The weight of Huawei Nova 11i is about 6.81 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Huawei smartphone are average (6.48 x 2.97 x 0.34 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A Nano SIM is a small (12.3 x 8.8 x 0.67 mm) chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM) for connecting to a cellular network.

System

OS versionHarmony OS v3.0
SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 680
CPUOcta-core, Quad-core 2.4 GHz Cortex-A75, Quad-core 1.9 Ghz Cortex-A55
GPUAdreno 610
PerformanceAnTuTu v9: 258151

The Huawei Nova 11i comes with Harmony OS v3.0 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Harmony OS was announced in 2019 as a potential replacement for Android, which Huawei was no longer able to use on its smartphones due to trade restrictions imposed by the US government. The Nova 11i utilizes Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset. This octa-core CPU is managed by an advanced scheduler that allocates tasks to the CPU for speed and power efficiency in real time.

The Nova 11i utilizes Adreno 610 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. Adreno GPUs are designed to work in conjunction with Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors. The latest Adreno GPUs support advanced graphics features such as high dynamic range (HDR) rendering, virtual reality, and augmented reality applications. We use AnTuTu app to measure general processing performance. AnTuTu Benchmark is the most popular benchmark app for Android phones.

Display

Display typeIPS
Screen size6.8 inch
Resolution1080 x 2388 px
Multitouch supportyes

The 6.8 inch phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 6.8 inch display should be large enough to provide a comfortable viewing experience for your needs, whether it's reading text, browsing the web, or watching videos. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of Huawei Nova 11i is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

RAM8 GB
Internal storage256 GB
Memory card slotno

The 8 GB of RAM on the Huawei Nova 11i should be more than enough to handle their daily needs without any major issues. Having more RAM in a smartphone can provide benefits in terms of performance and multitasking. When you have more RAM, you can keep more apps and processes open in the background without slowing down the device. 128 GB of internal storage should be more than enough for their needs. The Nova 11i has 256 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the Huawei Nova 11i (8 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

Main camera48 + 2 MP, 8000 x 6000 px, autofocus
FlashLED
Selfie camera16 MP

The Nova 11i offers multi-camera setup on its back. The advantages of a multiple camera setup provide more versatility and creative possibilities, allowing you to capture a wider range of subjects and scenes with improved image quality and specialized features. The main camera of the Nova 11i is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Nova 11i smartphone does not have OIS. The optical image stabilization (OIS) is an important feature in smartphones, particularly for those who frequently use their phones to take photos and videos.

Connectivity

GSM 2G bands850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Network coverage2G / 3G / 4G
Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetoothv5.0, A2DP
GPSA-GPS, GLONASS
NFCyes
FM radiono
USBUSB Type-C
Headphoneno

The Huawei Nova 11i supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. 4G provides faster data transfer speeds compared to previous generations. It offers peak download speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps, depending on the specific network and implementation. The Huawei Nova 11i can connect to Wi-Fi networks at home, at work, or in public places such as coffee shops or airports. It operates within specific frequency bands, typically 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz, allowing devices to communicate wirelessly within a certain range.

The Nova 11i smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology that allows devices to connect and communicate with each other over short distances. The Nova 11i has a GPS receiver. GPS allows smartphones to determine their precise location and provide accurate navigation and mapping services. This includes turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, points of interest, and alternative routes.

The Nova 11i comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Nova 11i phone doesn't have built-in FM radio receiver. The Nova 11i has an USB Type-C port. Type-C is a small, reversible connector that can be plugged in to a device in either orientation, making it more convenient to use than older USB connectors that only worked when plugged in a certain way. The Nova 11i smartphone does not have 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Battery

TypeLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable

The Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Nova 11i isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Sensorsaccelerometer, compass, fingerprint, gravity, gyroscope, light, proximity
SpecialsDual SIM, Fast charging

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Nova 11i phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Huawei phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear.

The Nova 11i phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The ambient light sensor detects the level of ambient light in the surrounding environment. The main purpose of a light sensor in a smartphone is to automatically adjust the brightness of the device's display. The Dual SIM capability of Huawei Nova 11i phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Huawei Nova 11i, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

Huawei Nova 11i pictures

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Huawei Nova 11i / MAO-LX9

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