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Huawei Nova 5z (2019) review

Android OS v9.0 (Pie)
HiSilicon Kirin 810
Mali-G52 MP6
6 GB / 64 GB
6.26 inch (1080 x 2340 px)
48 + 8 + 2 MP, 8000 x 6000 px, autofocus

Huawei announced the launch of the Nova 5z smartphone in 2019. The manufacturer is offering the Huawei Nova 5z phone with 6.26 inch display, HiSilicon Kirin 810 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage.

The Nova 5z was launched with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) pre-installed. This phone uses a high resolution 1080 x 2340 px, 6.26 inch AMOLED display. AMOLED displays offer several advantages that make them popular among smartphone users. The Nova 5z 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 selfie camera of Nova 5z allows you to capture self-portraits or group photos without needing someone else to take the picture for you.

Huawei Nova 5z specifications

BrandHuawei
NameNova 5z
ModelSPN-AL00
Release date2019

Body

Weight6.28 oz
Dimensions6.15 x 2.91 x 0.33 inch
Colorsblack, blue, green
SIM typeNano SIM

The weight of the Huawei Nova 5z is 6.28 oz. It is still considered to be relatively lightweight and portable. The dimensions of this Huawei smartphone are average (6.15 x 2.91 x 0.33 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

OS versionAndroid OS v9.0 (Pie)
SoCHiSilicon Kirin 810
CPUOcta-core, Dual-core 2.26 GHz Cortex-A76, Hexa-core 1.88 GHz Cortex-A55
GPUMali-G52 MP6

The Huawei Nova 5z comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is an open-source operating system, which means that the source code is freely available to the public and can be modified and distributed by anyone. The Nova 5z utilizes HiSilicon Kirin 810 chipset. This octa-core CPU consists: Octa-core, Dual-core 2.26 GHz Cortex-A76, Hexa-core 1.88 GHz Cortex-A55. These eight cores make the work speed fast enough.

The Huawei Nova 5z comes with Mali-G52 MP6 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

Display typeAMOLED
Screen size6.26 inch
Resolution1080 x 2340 px
Multitouch supportyes

The AMOLED display of Nova 5z provides deep blacks, vibrant colors, fast response times, thin and flexible design possibilities, power efficiency, and features like Always-On Display. The 6.26 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

RAM6 GB
Internal storage64 GB
Memory card slotmicroSD

The Huawei Nova 5z comes with 6 GB of RAM, which is considered to be sufficient for most users' needs. Having more RAM alone does not necessarily guarantee better performance, and other factors such as the processor and storage speed can also impact overall performance. 64 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be a good amount of storage for a smartphone, and should be sufficient for most users' needs. The Nova 5z has 64 GB of internal storage. The internal storage of the Nova 5z (64 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card. A microSD card is a type of small, removable flash memory card used to store digital information.

Camera

Main camera48 + 8 + 2 MP, 8000 x 6000 px, autofocus
FlashLED
Selfie camera32 MP

This smartphone features a multi-camera setup. Multiple cameras or depth sensors can enhance the smartphone's ability to create appealing portrait mode effects, including background blur or bokeh. This can be useful for creating multi-camera shots, 3D effects, or immersive content. 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. The Nova 5z does not have optical image stabilization (OIS). OIS technology is more commonly found in higher-end smartphones and is designed to reduce camera shake and blur, resulting in sharper and clearer images 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
NFCno
FM radioyes
USBUSB Type-C
Headphone3.5 mm jack

The Huawei Nova 5z supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G stands for fourth-generation mobile networks, which are wireless networks that provide faster data transfer speeds and greater network capacity than previous 3G networks. The Huawei Nova 5z like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi networks use radio waves to transmit data between devices and a wireless access point, which is typically connected to a wired network and serves as a hub for wireless devices to connect to the internet or other networks.

With Bluetooth connectivity, you can connect your Nova 5z smartphone to a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more. The Nova 5z 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 5z 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 5z phone has built-in FM radio receiver. FM radio allows users to tune in to local radio stations and listen to live broadcasts, news, music, and other content. The Nova 5z has an USB Type-C port. USB Type-C is capable of supporting a range of different data transfer speeds and charging capabilities, depending on the specific implementation used by a particular device. The Nova 5z 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

TypeLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable

The Li-Po 4000 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 5z 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

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

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes: X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The fingerprint reader is a biometric security feature found in Nova 5z smartphones. When an object, such as your hand or face, comes close to the sensor of Nova 5z, it triggers a response that can be used for specific functions or features.

The Nova 5z 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 5z 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. Fast charging is an important feature for smartphones. It allows you to quickly and easily recharge your phone's battery when you are on the go.

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 5z, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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Huawei Nova 5z / SPN-AL00

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