Huawei nova Y61vsLenovo K12 Pro

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

Huawei
Huawei nova Y61
nova Y61
Processor:Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova Y61 boasts impressive battery life, lasting a full day even with heavy usage comfortably.
The Huawei Nova Y61's decent yet unimpressive 720p display falls short of expectations for its price point and competitors.
The Huawei Nova Y61's camera boasts impressive image quality, making it a standout feature of this budget-friendly smartphone.
The Huawei Nova Y61's performance is decent but not spectacular, with compromises made for gaming and demanding tasks.
Lenovo
Lenovo K12 Pro
K12 Pro
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 662
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Lenovo K12 Pro's battery life is exceptionally long, lasting up to two days without needing recharge.
The Lenovo K12 Pro's display is a highlight, offering a smooth and engaging user experience despite minor drawbacks overall.
The camera setup on Lenovo K12 Pro is impressive considering its budget-friendly price tag and features.
The Lenovo K12 Pro's performance is satisfactory for its price point, handling daily tasks decently overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei nova Y61
2.20 GHz
Lenovo K12 Pro
2 GHz

RAM

Tie
Huawei nova Y61
4GB
Lenovo K12 Pro
4GB

Storage

Tie
Huawei nova Y61
64GB
Lenovo K12 Pro
64GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei nova Y61
188g
Lenovo K12 Pro
221g
Rank
Huawei nova Y61
Winner
#736
Lenovo K12 Pro
#749
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei nova Y61
#733
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#758
Design
Huawei nova Y61
#559
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#757
Display
Huawei nova Y61
#758
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#762
Performance
Huawei nova Y61
#712
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#752
Battery
Huawei nova Y61
#695
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#697
Camera
Huawei nova Y61
#575
Lenovo K12 Pro
#439
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei nova Y61
#1
Tie
Lenovo K12 Pro
#1
Tie

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei nova Y61
Lenovo Lenovo K12 Pro
Model
Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710
Qualcomm Snapdragon 662
CPU
4x Cortex, A73 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex, A53 1.7 GHz
4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
11
Frequency
2.20
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G51 MP4
Qualcomm Adreno 610
RAM
4
4
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
64
64
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
255000
178220
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 60% of devices
Overall performance better than 54% 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 Y61

Strengths

It has a modern looking design, great cameras, and fantastic battery life.
The phone looks sleek and modern, with a boxy shape similar to the iPhone's design.
The cameras can get some very decent shots in good lighting conditions, and the colors are sharp and relatively accurate.
The fingerprint sensor is very fast and accurate, and is conveniently placed for easy access.
The phone has a huge 6.52 inch display with a high screen to body ratio, making it ideal for media consumption.

Weaknesses

The display only has a 720p 60hz refresh rate, which may not be suitable for heavy gamers.
There is no option for a 1080p 90hz screen, which would have been nice at this price point.
The phone's software can be daunting to use if you're new to it, but installing a third-party launcher can help make it more user-friendly.
Day-to-day performance is good, but gaming may require lower settings for smooth gameplay.
The phone's processor and RAM are not top-of-the-line, which may affect overall performance.

Lenovo K12 Pro

Strengths

The Lenovo K12 Pro has a competitive budget price of 8,490 pesos.
It comes with stock Android for a clean and straightforward user experience.
The phone features a massive 6.8-inch IPS MAX Vision display, making it great for watching videos or browsing the web.
The triple rear cameras provide good quality photos under good lighting conditions.
The phone has a large 6000mAh battery capacity, which provides excellent battery life.
It supports fast charging and 2.5W reverse charging, which is convenient.
The Lenovo K12 Pro runs smoothly for day-to-day tasks such as calls, social media scrolling, or video streaming.

Weaknesses

The phone has a large and thick design that can be difficult to handle one-handed.
It has sizable bezels and a slightly thicker chin on the display.
The screen resolution is only 720p, which may not be suitable for some users.
Audio quality is decent but lacks depth and bass, making it unsuitable for music lovers.
Gaming performance can be slow due to the Snapdragon 662 processor.
Face unlock can struggle in low-light scenarios.
The phone does not have a high refresh rate display.
Read Full Reviews

Huawei nova Y61

The Huawei Nova Y61 is the latest addition to the company's popular Nova series, bridging the gap between affordable smartphones and mid-range devices. With its sleek design, impressive cameras, and long-lasting battery life, this phone seems to tick all the right boxes. At a price point of 3000 Rands, it offers great value for money, cramming in essential features with minimal compromises. In this review, we'll put the Nova Y61 through its paces, examining its performance, camera capabilities, and overall user experience to see if it's worth considering for your next smartphone purchase.

Lenovo K12 Pro

The Lenovo K12 Pro is a budget-friendly smartphone that promises to deliver on its price point. With stock Android, a massive 6.8-inch display, triple rear cameras, and a whopping 6000mAh battery, it's an intriguing option for those looking for a bang-for-your-buck entry-level device. Priced at PHP 8,490, this phone offers impressive specs, including a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor and 4GB of RAM. But can it keep up with other smartphones in its class? Let's dive into the details to find out.

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