Huawei Nova 9 ProvsUlefone Armor X31 Pro 5G

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

Huawei
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
Nova 9 Pro
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova 9 Pro boasts impressive battery life, lasting over 10 hours with heavy usage.
The Huawei Nova 9 Pro's display boasts exceptional color accuracy, contrast, and viewing angles with a 120Hz refresh rate.
The Huawei Nova 9 Pro's camera offers a powerful feature set with seamless switching between front and back cameras.
The Huawei Nova 9 Pro delivers exceptional performance, ensuring smooth navigation and efficient multitasking seamlessly always.
Ulefone
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
Armor X31 Pro 5G
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 6300
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G boasts an exceptional battery life, lasting up to three days with moderate usage.
The Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G's impressive display boasts high brightness, fast refresh rate, and scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass.
The Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G boasts an impressive camera system with high-quality results in various lighting conditions.
The Mediatech 6300 chip provides decent performance, sufficient for daily usage and outdoor activities with a phone that can handle multiple tasks.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Tie
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
2.40 GHz
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
2.40 GHz

RAM

Tie
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
8GB
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
8GB

Storage

Winner
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
128GB
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
256GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
186g
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
306g
Rank
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
Winner
#404
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#566
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
#592
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#378
Winner
Design
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
#423
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#397
Winner
Display
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
#60
Winner
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#613
Performance
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
#448
Winner
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#609
Battery
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
#450
Winner
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#679
Camera
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
#237
Winner
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#259
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei Nova 9 Pro
#1
Tie
Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei Nova 9 Pro
Ulefone Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325)
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
CPU
1×Cortex, A78 2.4GHz + 3×Cortex, A78 2.2GHz+ 4xCortex, A55 1.9 GHz
2x2.4 GHz ARM Cortex, A76 +6x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A55
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
6
Frequency
2.40
2.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 642L
Arm Mali-G57 MC2
RAM
8
8
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
256
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
578555
406666
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 77% of devices
Overall performance better than 69% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Huawei Nova 9 Pro

Strengths

The phone has a beautiful display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and 300Hz touch sampling rate.
The camera features AI-backed image stabilization for 4k/30fps videos, making it perfect for vloggers and selfie lovers.
It supports dual video mode, allowing you to record front and back footage at the same time.
You can seamlessly switch between the front and back camera whenever you want, which is a game-changer!
The phone's Harmony OS 2 allows for convenient voice recording with Huawei's earbuds.
Nova offers numerous templates for video editing, making it easy to create cool videos.

Weaknesses

No mention of the price or affordability in the review.
Limited time-lapse video feature on the front camera (only 30s recording)
Currently only supports 30s video recording when using a Harmony OS watch
The phone may not be suitable for heavy users who need more battery power and charging speed.
No mention of whether the phone's camera software is user-friendly or complex.
It seems that other phones don't have the dual video mode feature, but it's not clear why!

Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G

Strengths

The phone's design is sturdy and has excellent protection capability with IP68, IP69K, and military-grade certifications.
It can withstand extreme temperatures, falls, and has a waterproof and dustproof design.
The camera setup is impressive, with a 64MP main camera that takes high-quality photos in daylight and supports digital cropping to 2x focal length.
The phone has a 25MP infrared night vision camera that performs well at night and provides a unique tone and dynamic range during the day.
It has a large 6.56-inch LCD screen with a maximum brightness of 800 nits, providing an excellent display effect.
The phone comes with 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage space, and supports memory expansion to 16GB, making it suitable for daily usage needs.

Weaknesses

The Mediatech 6300 chip is not as exciting compared to the previous models, with only a slight increase in frequency and no upgrade in architecture or process.
It may not be as fast as other smartphones with more powerful chips like Qualcomm 4 Gen 2.
The phone's weight of around 300g may be considered heavy for some users.
There is no headphone jack, which may be a drawback for some users who prefer wired audio.
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Huawei Nova 9 Pro

The Huawei Nova 9 Pro is designed for content creators who want high-quality results without the need for a team. This phone boasts impressive specs, including a 6.72-inch OLED display and a powerful Snapdragon 778G chipset. The camera setup is particularly noteworthy, with features like dual-selfie cameras, AI-backed image stabilization, and ultra-wide angle capabilities. Additionally, Harmony OS 2 offers seamless video editing and recording capabilities. With its advanced features and user-friendly interface, the Nova 9 Pro could be an ideal choice for solo creators looking to elevate their content.

Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G

The Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G is a rugged smartphone designed for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals. With its IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810G certifications, this phone can withstand harsh environments, including water, dust, extreme temperatures, and drops. The device features a 64MP main camera, 25MP infrared night vision camera, and a 6.56-inch 120Hz LCD screen with 800nits brightness. Powered by the Mediatech MT6300 chip, this phone can handle multiple apps and daily usage needs. With 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, and microSD card expansion up to 2TB, the Ulefone Armor X31 Pro 5G is a reliable companion for outdoor adventures.

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