Huawei nova Y71vsHuawei nova 12i

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

Huawei
Huawei nova Y71
nova Y71
Processor:Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710A
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova Y71 offers impressive battery life, lasting over two days with moderate usage consistently.
The Huawei Nova Y71's display is merely "okay" in terms of quality and price range consideration.
The Nova Y71's camera is average at best, lacking features like OIS and zoom capability significantly.
The Nova Y71's performance is decent but not exceptional, due to an outdated processor and average GPU.
Huawei
Huawei nova 12i
nova 12i
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova 12i's battery life is its most redeeming quality, delivering impressive power efficiency with moderate usage.
The display on the Huawei Nova 12i falls short of expectations with subpar resolution and features.
The Huawei Nova 12i's camera performance falls significantly short of expectations despite a 50MP primary sensor.
The Huawei Nova 12i's performance is a major letdown due to lag and stuttering issues.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei nova Y71
2.20 GHz
Huawei nova 12i
2.40 GHz

RAM

Tie
Huawei nova Y71
8GB
Huawei nova 12i
8GB

Storage

Tie
Huawei nova Y71
128GB
Huawei nova 12i
128GB

Weight

Tie
Huawei nova Y71
199g
Huawei nova 12i
199g
Rank
Huawei nova Y71
#748
Huawei nova 12i
Winner
#596
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei nova Y71
#730
Huawei nova 12i
#661
Winner
Design
Huawei nova Y71
#556
Huawei nova 12i
#552
Winner
Display
Huawei nova Y71
#757
Huawei nova 12i
#561
Winner
Performance
Huawei nova Y71
#700
Huawei nova 12i
#671
Winner
Battery
Huawei nova Y71
#694
Huawei nova 12i
#216
Winner
Camera
Huawei nova Y71
#657
Huawei nova 12i
#374
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Huawei nova Y71
#1
Tie
Huawei nova 12i
#1
Tie

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei nova Y71
Huawei Huawei nova 12i
Model
Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 710A
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
CPU
4x Cortex, A73 2.2 GHz + 4x Cortex, A53 1.7 GHz
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
12
6
Frequency
2.20
2.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
ARM Mali-G51 MP4
Adreno 610
RAM
8
8
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
SD slot
N/A
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
N/A
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
N/A
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
201500
289000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 55% of devices
Overall performance better than 62% 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 Y71

Strengths

A budget-friendly smartphone with a large screen, long-lasting battery, and decent camera.
The phone's display is okay in this price range, with a resolution of 720 by 1600 pixels.
The display has a refresh rate of 60hz, which may not be very smooth or responsive but considering the price it's acceptable.
The phone weighs only 199 grams and measures 9 millimeter in thickness, making it lightweight and compact.
The Huawei Nova Y71 is priced at 749 Dirhams here in Dubai, which makes it one of the cheapest phones with a large battery and screen size.
The phone has a massive 6000 milliampere battery that can easily last for 2 days of moderate usage.
The Huawei Nova Y71 supports 22.5 Watts fast charging, which can charge the phone from 0 to 50 in about 40 minutes.

Weaknesses

The display is not very smooth or responsive due to a refresh rate of only 60hz.
The phone has an outdated processor, specifically the Kirin 710a chipset with a clock speed of up to 2.0 gigahertz.
The camera performance is decent in good lighting conditions but struggles sometimes in low-light situations.
The main camera lacks features like Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) or Zoom capability.
The front-facing camera is an 8 megapixel selfie shooter that can take acceptable selfies and video calls, but may not be the best.
The phone has a plastic body with a glossy finish, which may not be as premium-feeling as some other phones.
The Huawei Nova Y71 has a mediocre camera system compared to other phones in its class.

Huawei nova 12i

Strengths

it has good Tools in this case we started our test in Call of Duty whereby default it gives us the medium quality at medium frame rate
Asphalt 9 where we enabled 60 frames per second but kept the default Graphics quality and this is one of the most optimized games so it just goes to show that this device with well-matched games and simple Graphics could really give you a very good experience
simple or well adapted games will work fine
If you do get it I don't think it will be completely disappointing in many ways either

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Huawei nova Y71

The Huawei Nova Y71 is a budget-friendly smartphone designed for young consumers seeking a large screen, long-lasting battery, and decent camera capabilities. With a 6.75-inch HD+ display and a massive 6000mAh battery, this phone promises to deliver extended usage hours. However, its performance is compromised by an outdated Kirin 710A processor and a relatively low-resolution display. Additionally, the camera system, while functional, may not meet expectations in certain lighting conditions. This review aims to assess whether the Nova Y71's value lies in its price or its actual features.

Huawei nova 12i

The Huawei Nova 12i is a device that struggles to stand out in its class. While it's not entirely disappointing, it falls short on several key points compared to its competitors. Despite its capable camera and decent battery life, the phone's performance is marred by a mid-range processor that can't handle demanding tasks or games with high graphics settings. This makes it a less-than-ideal choice for those who prioritize gaming or multitasking capabilities.

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