Huawei Nova Y91vsHonor X30

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

Huawei
Huawei Nova Y91
Nova Y91
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Huawei Nova Y91's exceptional battery life is its standout feature, providing up to two full days.
The Huawei Nova Y91 offers a solid mid-range display experience with vibrant colors and a fast refresh rate.
The Nova Y91's camera struggles with inconsistent performance and poor low-light conditions, disappointing for a mid-range device.
The Huawei Nova Y91 delivers decent performance for everyday tasks, but struggles with hardware-intensive games and demanding apps.
Honor
Honor X30
X30
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375)
RAM:6GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Honor X30 boasts an impressive battery life that lasts up to 1.5 days with moderate use effortlessly.
The Honor X30's standout display offers vibrant colors, decent brightness, and impressive color accuracy for its price range.
The Honor X30's camera is adequate for mid-range expectations, but lacks exceptional quality and ultra-wide-angle capabilities.
The Honor X30's decent but imperfect performance balances with affordability, making it suitable for most users.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei Nova Y91
2.4000000953674316 GHz
Honor X30
2.200000047683716 GHz

RAM

Winner
Huawei Nova Y91
8GB
Honor X30
6GB

Storage

Tie
Huawei Nova Y91
128GB
Honor X30
128GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei Nova Y91
214g
Honor X30
189g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei Nova Y91
Honor Honor X30
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375)
CPU
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold +6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
6
Frequency
2.4000000953674316
2.200000047683716
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 610
Qualcomm Adreno 619
RAM
8
6
Type
N/A
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
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
Yes
Audio
Stereo Speakers
N/A
Antutu Score
261000
395000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 61% of devices
Overall performance better than 68% 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 Y91

Strengths

A mid-range smartphone that offers great bang for your buck, with a long-lasting battery and impressive camera capabilities.
The phone's design choice, a gold finish, gives it a unique personality and style.
The screen is pretty good, with vivid colors and a responsive touch experience.
The device performs well in general day-to-day use, making it suitable for casual users.
The speakers are loud and decent, although they can distort slightly when pushed to their limit.

Weaknesses

The camera struggles in low-light environments, which may be a concern for some users.
There's noticeable lag in hardware-intensive games like Genshin Impact, even on low settings.
The phone is heavy due to its large battery, which can make it feel bulky.
There is no SD card slot, which may be inconvenient for users who need expandable storage.
The lack of Google services can be a concern for some users, although workarounds are available.

Honor X30

Strengths

The honor x30 looks fantastic thanks to looking identical to huawei's mate 40 series and premium honor magic 3 series devices with its glossy finish and circular camera module
It has a very snappy fingerprint sensor on its side which is situated in an easy to reach position
Gaming is still a pleasure to do on the x30 thanks to stable frame rates and great thermals
The display itself is huge and packs in vibrant colors and decent brightness levels despite not being an amoled panel
It has a huge battery with great efficiency and heat dissipation under high load
It's one of the cheapest smartphones in the world to include 66 watts wide charging
It knows it's a mid-range phone and for that reason alone i'm more than happy to recommend it to anyone on a tight budget or to anyone looking for a great all-round and well-priced smartphone

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Huawei Nova Y91

Huawei's latest mid-range offering, the Nova y91, promises to deliver impressive specs at an affordable price. This device boasts a massive 6.95-inch screen, a staggering 7,000mAh battery, and a 50-megapixel rear camera. The phone also features an 8-core Snapdragon 680 processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 90Hz full HD Plus IPS panel. With its unique design and bold color choices, the Nova y91 seems to be a contender in the mid-range market. But does it live up to its promise?

Honor X30

The Honor X30 is a mid-range smartphone that makes no pretenses about its capabilities. With a snappy fingerprint sensor, massive battery, and fast 66W charging, this device delivers on its promises. The inclusion of Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 695 chipset, paired with a 120Hz refresh rate, provides smooth scrolling and enjoyable gaming experiences. While the camera may not be the strongest suit, the display boasts vibrant colors and decent brightness levels. Overall, the Honor X30 is an excellent choice for those seeking a reliable and feature-rich smartphone without breaking the bank.

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