Huawei Nova 3i (2018) review

Huawei announced the launch of the Nova 3i smartphone in 2018. The manufacturer is offering the Huawei Nova 3i phone with 6.3 inch display, HiSilicon Kirin 710 chipset, 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

The Nova 3i was launched with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) pre-installed. The IPS display of this phone provides wide viewing angles, accurate color reproduction, better contrast and black levels, fast response times, and consistent image quality. The Nova 3i with multi-camera setup offers specialized features, multiple cameras with different focal lengths, such as wide-angle, standard, telephoto, and macro. You have more options to capture a variety of subjects and scenes. The front camera of Nova 3i gives you the freedom to capture moments with yourself or your friends and family easily.

Huawei Nova 3i specifications

Body

The weight of the Huawei Nova 3i is 5.96 oz. It is still considered to be relatively lightweight and portable. The dimensions of this Huawei smartphone are average (6.2 x 2.96 x 0.3 inch). For some people, larger smartphones are more comfortable to hold and easier to use, as they provide a larger display for watching videos, browsing the web, and using apps. A Nano SIM is a chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM). Nano SIM is the smallest SIM card size available and is currently the most widely used SIM card size in newer devices.

System

The Huawei Nova 3i comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Google regularly releases new versions of Android with new features, improvements, and security updates. The Nova 3i utilizes HiSilicon Kirin 710 chipset. This octa-core CPU consists: Octa-core, Quad-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53, Quad-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53. These eight cores make the work speed fast enough.

The Huawei Nova 3i comes with Mali-G51 MP4 Graphics Processing Unit. The GPU is optimized for parallel processing and complex mathematical operations required for rendering and manipulating graphics. ARM Mali GPUs are considered to be a good option for mobile devices, providing a good balance of performance and power efficiency, and are widely used in many popular smartphones and tablets.

Display

This smartphone comes with an IPS display. IPS is known for its ability to provide wide viewing angles and accurate color reproduction. IPS panels have become more energy-efficient over time, allowing for longer battery life in portable devices. The 6.3 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 display size represents the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner. Text will be easier to read, and videos will be more immersive on a larger display. This smartphone is multitouch capable. Multitouch is a feature in smartphones that allows for the detection and tracking of multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously. It enables users to interact with the device using more than one finger or touch input at the same time.

Memory

The Huawei Nova 3i comes with 4 GB of RAM, which is considered to be sufficient for most users' needs. The amount of RAM needed for optimal performance depends on factors such as the operating system, the apps and services you use, and how you use your device. 128 GB of internal storage should be more than enough for their needs. The Nova 3i has 128 GB of internal storage. The internal storage of the Nova 3i (128 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card. MicroSD cards are popular because they're small, lightweight, and easy to use.

Camera

The multi-camera setup of Nova 3i allows you to adapt to different photography situations and achieve various perspectives and compositions. The autofocus is an important feature in this smartphone. Autofocus helps the camera to focus on a subject automatically, which ensures that the resulting photo or video is clear and sharp. Nova 3i is equipped with a basic camera setup, and it does not have any advanced features. Basic camera setups are designed to fulfill the needs of users who prioritize affordability and basic photography requirements.

Connectivity

The Huawei Nova 3i supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G networks are widely used around the world and have become the standard for mobile networks in many countries. The Huawei Nova 3i like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi networks offer several advantages over wired networks, including greater mobility, flexibility, and convenience. The Nova 3i supports the latest Bluetooth standards, which offers faster data transfer speeds, better range, and improved reliability compared to previous versions of Bluetooth.

The Nova 3i has a GPS receiver. Many fitness and activity tracking apps rely on GPS to accurately measure and record outdoor activities such as running, cycling, hiking, or tracking routes. The Nova 3i isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful for a variety of tasks and features. The Nova 3i phone doesn't have built-in FM radio receiver.

The Nova 3i has a microUSB port. MicroUSB is a type of USB connector that was commonly used on older smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. The Nova 3i smartphone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is a small round port, that allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery

The Li-Po 3340 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 Nova 3i does not have a removable battery. The battery is integrated into the phone's design and is not intended to be removed or replaced by the user.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The Huawei Nova 3i smartphone has an accelerometer. The presence of an accelerometer in smartphones enables a range of interactive and intuitive functionalities that enhance the user experience and enable innovative applications. The fingerprint reader is a biometric security feature found in Nova 3i smartphones. When an object, such as your hand or face, comes close to the sensor of Nova 3i, it triggers a response that can be used for specific functions or features.

The Nova 3i 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 light sensor is a type of sensor in a smartphone that enables it to measure the intensity of light around the device. The Dual SIM capability of Huawei Nova 3i 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.

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 3i, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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