Huawei nova 9 SEvsrealme C25

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

Huawei
Huawei nova 9 SE
nova 9 SE
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:6GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Nova 9 SE's battery life is decent but falls short for heavy users and demanding tasks significantly.
The most important takeaway is that the display is adequate for everyday use but struggles in bright light situations.
The Huawei Nova 9 SE's camera system offers impressive quality, especially considering its price point and features.
The Huawei Nova 9 SE excels with impressive performance capabilities and seamless user experience overall.
realme
realme C25
C25
Processor:MediaTek Helio G70
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Realme C25's impressive 27+ hour battery life is its standout feature, offering remarkable performance and convenience.
The Realme C25's display is a mixed bag, but serves its purpose well enough in the budget segment.
The camera on the Realme C25 has decent quality, but lacks low-light performance and stabilization features.
The Realme C25's performance is solid for everyday tasks but struggles with graphically intensive games and demanding apps.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei nova 9 SE
2.40 GHz
realme C25
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
Huawei nova 9 SE
6GB
realme C25
4GB

Storage

Winner
Huawei nova 9 SE
128GB
realme C25
64GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei nova 9 SE
191g
realme C25
209g
Rank
Huawei nova 9 SE
Winner
#485
realme C25
#797
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei nova 9 SE
#624
Winner
realme C25
#778
Design
Huawei nova 9 SE
#422
Winner
realme C25
#846
Display
Huawei nova 9 SE
#451
Winner
realme C25
#784
Performance
Huawei nova 9 SE
#690
Winner
realme C25
#756
Battery
Huawei nova 9 SE
#449
Winner
realme C25
#773
Camera
Huawei nova 9 SE
#50
Winner
realme C25
#699
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei nova 9 SE
#1
Tie
realme C25
#1
Tie

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei nova 9 SE
realme realme C25
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
MediaTek Helio G70
CPU
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
2x Cortex, A75 2.0 GHz + 6x Cortex, A55 1.7 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
12
Frequency
2.40
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 610
ARM Mali-G52 MC2 820MHz
RAM
6
4
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
64
Type
N/A
eMMC 5.1 Storage
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
No
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
N/A
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
248000
194000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 59% of devices
Overall performance better than 55% 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 SE

Strengths

The phone's design is sleek and modern, with a unique light beam effect on the Crystal Blue model.
The camera processing quality is excellent, producing great results from the 108MP primary sensor.
Gaming performance is decent, with smooth gameplay and no noticeable lag or stuttering.
The phone's UI is snappy and responsive, making it a pleasure to use.
The 66W superfast charger is incredibly fast, getting you up to 75% charge in just 20 minutes.

Weaknesses

The display is an LCD panel with a relatively low pixel density, which can make it difficult to view in bright light situations.
The front camera is mediocre and doesn't quite live up to expectations, especially considering the price range.
The phone lacks a dual speaker setup, instead opting for bottom-facing speakers that are not as immersive.
Battery life is on the lower side, with a 4000mAh battery that can drain quickly if used intensively.
The chipset, although capable, doesn't quite keep up with other mid-range phones in terms of graphics quality and frame rate options.

realme C25

Strengths

A huge 6,000 milliamp hour battery for all-day usage
A decent 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with accurate colors and sharp images
Affordable price tag at 7490 pesos (with ongoing promo of 5,590 pesos)
Fast charging support and reverse wire charging capability
Decent performance for basic tasks like browsing and social media usage
Clean and easy-to-use MIUI skin with Android 11 operating system

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Huawei nova 9 SE

The Huawei Nova 9 SE is the latest addition to the Nova series, offering impressive features at an affordable price point. With its sleek design and advanced camera capabilities, this phone promises to deliver high-quality visuals and seamless performance. The device boasts a 6.78-inch LCD display, a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor, and a long-lasting battery that can be quickly topped up with the included 66W superfast charger. In this review, we'll dive into the details of what makes the Nova 9 SE tick.

realme C25

The Realme C25 is a solid contender in the smartphone space, offering a huge 6,000mAh battery, decent screen, and an affordable price tag. The device has a similar design to its older brother, Luminarso 38, with a square camera cutout and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. The back panel features a rigid texture that resembles brushed metal, making it resistant to fingerprint smudges. The Realme C25 packs a triple camera setup, including a 48MP primary lens, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. While the camera quality is decent in well-lit conditions, it struggles in low-light situations and produces over-sharpened images with excessive saturation. Under the hood, the device runs on Android 11 with RealmeUI 2.0, powered by a Mediatek Helio G70 CPU, Mali-G52 GPU, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. While it handles basic tasks like web browsing without issues, gaming performance is marred by slight hiccups when playing graphically intensive games. The 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1600x720 pixels offers decent visuals, but the screen's brightness could be improved. The device also supports 18W fast charging and reverse wireless charging. Priced at PHP 7,490, the Realme C25 is an attractive option for those seeking a budget-friendly smartphone with a long-lasting battery and decent performance. However, its camera capabilities are a letdown, and gaming enthusiasts might find it wanting in certain areas.

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