Huawei nova 12svsSamsung Galaxy M15 5G

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Huawei
Huawei nova 12s
nova 12s
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325)
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova 12s boasts an impressive battery life, lasting a full day with heavy usage consistently.
The Huawei Nova 12s' stunning display is its standout feature, delivering an excellent viewing experience with impressive visuals.
The Huawei Nova 12s' cameras offer exceptional image quality, rivaling high-end devices, with impressive front-facing capabilities.
The Huawei Nova 12s delivers surprisingly smooth performance, particularly with gaming and everyday tasks.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
Galaxy M15 5G
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
RAM:4GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy M15 5G boasts an impressive battery life, lasting up to 12 hours and 42 minutes with moderate use.
The Samsung Galaxy M15 5G's display boasts exceptional color accuracy, smooth refresh rate, and durable construction overall.
The Samsung Galaxy M15 5G's camera excels in daylight photography but struggles with low-light conditions significantly.
The Samsung Galaxy M15 5G delivers impressive performance, offering smooth and efficient results at an affordable price point overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei nova 12s
2.40 GHz
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
2.20 GHz

RAM

Winner
Huawei nova 12s
8GB
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
4GB

Storage

Winner
Huawei nova 12s
256GB
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
128GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei nova 12s
168g
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
217g
Rank
Huawei nova 12s
Winner
#480
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#557
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei nova 12s
#576
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#340
Winner
Design
Huawei nova 12s
#223
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#782
Display
Huawei nova 12s
#315
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#357
Performance
Huawei nova 12s
#443
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#625
Battery
Huawei nova 12s
#437
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#571
Camera
Huawei nova 12s
#471
Winner
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#525
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei nova 12s
#1
Tie
Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
#1
Tie

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Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei nova 12s
Samsung Samsung Galaxy M15 5G
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325)
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
CPU
1×Cortex, A78 2.4GHz + 3×Cortex, A78 2.2GHz+ 4xCortex, A55 1.9 GHz
2x2.2 GHz ARM Cortex, A76 +6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A55
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
6
Frequency
2.40
2.20
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 642L
ARM Mali-G57 MC2
RAM
8
4
Capacity
256
128
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
N/A
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Stereo Speakers
2 microphones
Antutu Score
587561
442500
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 77% of devices
Overall performance better than 73% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Huawei nova 12s

Strengths

It is a pretty fashionable device that I think some people will really like
The same slim 6.88 mm body profile as the Nova 11 but with a new back design
The same beautiful 6.7 in full HD Plus ol display that refreshes at 12
Dual stereo lot speakers that even some mid-range phones don't come with
A really nice unique camera array to anyone who doesn't care about specs
The cameras offer very respectable image quality, especially the front camera which takes up to 60 megapixel shots

Weaknesses

It uses a 3-year-old chipset and is hardly even a refresh of the previous model
The Nova 12s has no official Google Mobile Services yet
The phone's price is unreasonably high at around 2,000 ring
The device lacks support for 5G networks
It doesn't have Optical image stabilization in the main camera
The charging speed of 66W superch charging might not be the fastest

Samsung Galaxy M15 5G

Strengths

Excellent Display
Good Performance
Long-Lasting Battery
Software Experience
Big Battery and Long Battery Life

Weaknesses

Plastic Build
Limited Camera Capabilities
Read Full Reviews

Huawei nova 12s

The Huawei Nova 12s is a mid-range phone that's hard to recommend despite its stylish design and decent features. While it boasts a slim body, beautiful display, and dual stereo speakers, its outdated chipset and lack of 5G connectivity make it seem like a relic from the past. With an unreasonable price tag of around $2000, this phone is a tough sell in today's market. But does its old hardware still have what it takes to deliver a good user experience?

Samsung Galaxy M15 5G

The Samsung Galaxy M15 5G is a budget smartphone that packs a punch with its impressive features. The device boasts a stunning Super AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate, making it almost flagship-level. The phone's build quality is also noteworthy, despite being made of plastic, which gives it a premium feel. In terms of performance, the Galaxy M15 5G delivers decent results for a budget device. The camera setup is satisfactory, with a wide-angle sensor and macro mode that produces good-quality photos. However, the night photography mode didn't make much of an impact, and video recording tops out at Full HD at 30fps. One of the standout features of this phone is its massive 6000mAh battery, which provides an incredible 12 hours and 42 minutes of battery life according to PCMark benchmarking. The addition of 25W fast charging support is also a welcome feature. Other notable aspects of the Galaxy M15 5G include its dual-SIM capabilities with 5G connectivity, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3 support, and NFC for contactless payments. While not perfect, this phone offers an excellent balance of features at an affordable price point. The display, software, and battery life are particularly notable strengths that set it apart from other budget smartphones.

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