Huawei Nova Y91vsHonor X9 5G

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 X9 5G
X9 5G
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Honor X9 5G's battery life is its standout feature, offering decent performance with moderate to heavy usage.
The Honor X9 5G's display boasts a massive 6.81-inch Full View screen with smooth performance.
The Honor X9 5G's camera setup is disappointing due to inconsistent exposure and poor video recording capabilities.
The Honor X9 5G's impressive performance makes it ideal for gaming, productivity, and demanding tasks with ease.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Huawei Nova Y91
2.40 GHz
Honor X9 5G
2.20 GHz

RAM

Tie
Huawei Nova Y91
8GB
Honor X9 5G
8GB

Storage

Tie
Huawei Nova Y91
128GB
Honor X9 5G
128GB

Weight

Winner
Huawei Nova Y91
214g
Honor X9 5G
189g
Rank
Huawei Nova Y91
#686
Honor X9 5G
Winner
#526
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Huawei Nova Y91
#729
Honor X9 5G
#391
Winner
Design
Huawei Nova Y91
#555
Honor X9 5G
#214
Winner
Display
Huawei Nova Y91
#563
Honor X9 5G
#445
Winner
Performance
Huawei Nova Y91
#685
Honor X9 5G
#584
Winner
Battery
Huawei Nova Y91
#546
Honor X9 5G
#423
Winner
Camera
Huawei Nova Y91
#718
Honor X9 5G
#570
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Huawei Huawei Nova Y91
Honor Honor X9 5G
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
2.40
2.20
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 610
Qualcomm Adreno 619
RAM
8
8
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
N/A
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
Yes
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Stereo Speakers
N/A
Antutu Score
261000
402000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 61% 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 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 X9 5G

Strengths

A huge display with 6.81 inch full view display and 120 hertz refresh rate
Smooth gaming performance with Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor, 6 or 8 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of storage
Fast side-mounted fingerprint sensor that works well (most of the time)
Good battery life with a 4800 milliamp hour battery and support for super charge up to 66 watts
Great value for money considering its budget mid-range price tag

Weaknesses

Collects fingerprints like crazy, making it difficult to hold onto
Camera performance is mediocre, with overexposed images and no ultrawide camera
Video recording quality is poor, with shaky footage, lens flares, and bad exposure
Microphone quality is terrible when recording video
Display visibility outdoors is not great, especially in bright conditions
Read Full Reviews

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 X9 5G

The Honor X9 5G is a budget mid-range phone that boasts impressive specs, including 5G support and a stunning 6.81-inch full-view display with 120Hz refresh rate. But does it live up to its promise? In this review, we'll take a closer look at the device's performance, camera capabilities, battery life, and overall value for money. With a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor and up to 8GB of RAM, gaming enthusiasts will be pleased. However, the cameras have been a point of contention among users. Let's dive in and see if the Honor X9 5G is worth considering.

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