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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite

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Overview

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.99-inch LCD IPS, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite

The display of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite measures 5.99 inches with LCD IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720 x 1440 px resolution.

Size
5.99 inches
Type
LCD IPS
Resolution
720 x 1440 px
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
400 nits

The camera system of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite features 2 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p@30fps.

Main Sensor
13
Camera Count
2 cameras
Max Video
1080p@30fps

The battery of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
3000mAh
Wired Charging
10
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 505 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 59631.

Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937
CPU
4x Cortex A53 1.4GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.1GHz
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 505
AnTuTu Score
59631

The memory of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
4GB
RAM Type
LPDDR3
Storage Type
eMMC 5.1
Expandable
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 3.0.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0
NFC
No

The build of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite weighs 155g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 158.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm.

Dimensions
158.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm
Weight
155g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite runs Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean). Software support extends 2 years through 2028.

OS
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Update Policy
2 years

Compare Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

$0 price point
Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937
5.99" display

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite vs Motorola Moto G Power

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite offers competitive value at $0 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

$0 price point
Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937
5.99" display

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$0 price point
Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937
5.99" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite with Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.

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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

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Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite has a 5.99-inch LCD IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.

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Verdict

The Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

5.99"

Main Camera

13

Chipset

Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 - D570a
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM Modedual-standby
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2018
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)158.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm
Weight (g)155
Build MaterialsMetal
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Black", "White", "Pink"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeLCD IPS
Size (inches)5.99
Resolution (px)720 x 1440 px
Aspect Ratio1:2
Pixel Density (ppi)269
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)76
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)400
HDR StandardsN/A
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)250
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover DisplayN/A

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937
CPU4x Cortex A53 1.4GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.1GHz
GPUQualcomm Adreno 505
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
Modemsnapdragon-x6
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score59631
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR3
Storage4GB
Storage TypeeMMC 5.1
Storage Speedemmc-5.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionsoftware

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras2
Main Sensor13
Main Sensor Size1/3.1
Main Sensor Modelsamsung-s5k3l8
Main Lensf/2.2, 28mm
OIS
Autofocuspaf
Pixel Binning1 um
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR2.0 MP depth
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby Vision VideoN/A
Video Codecsh264
Slow Motion720p@120fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Featuressoftware
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution8
Sensor Size1/4
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorRear-mounted
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)3000
TypeLi-Polymer
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10
Wired Standardmicro-usb
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box10w-charger
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 8.0 Oreo
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game ModeBasic
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityBasic
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, manual, sim-eject-tool
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

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Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.1/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Huawei Huawei nova 2 Lite covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.1 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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