• 5.9" (2160x1080) IPS LCD
  • 4GB
    Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 659 SoC
    64GB Storage
  • 16-MP, f/2.2 2 Rear Cameras
  • 3340 mAh

The Huawei nova 2i phone has a 5.9-inch (2160x1080) IPS LCD screen, a 16MP main camera and a 13MP selfie camera. The battery capacity is 3340 mAh and the main processor is a Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 659 with 4 GB of RAM.

Specifications Highlights
ProductHuawei nova 2i (Launched 2018-05-05)
Display5.9" 2160x1080 IPS LCD
Rear Camera(s)
  • 16-MP f/2.2 (Primary)
  • 2-MP
Selfie Camera(s)
  • 13-MP f/2
Computing
  • Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 659 SoC
  • 4GB RAM
  • 64GB Storage
  • Array
Battery3340 mAh
DesignIP Rating, 164g (5.8oz), 156.20x75.00x7.50 mm (6.15 x 2.95 x 0.30 inches)
Price (Market)$350
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Display
TypeIPS LCD
Diagonal (inches)5.9"
Display/Body Ratio76.7%
Resolution2160x1080
Sharpness (PPI)409 PPI
Features
  • Multitouch
  • Glossy
  • 2.5D
Color Depth24 bit (16,777,216 Colors)
Primary Camera
Megapixel16-MP
Aperturef/2.2
Sensor SizeSmall
Autofocus Features
  • Contrast
  • Phase Detection
Hardware Features
  • LED Flash
  • HDR Photo
Video Resolutions
  • 1080p/30fps
Battery
Battery TypeLi-Poly
Battery Capacity (mAh)3340 mAh
Battery Features
  • Non-Removable
Talk Time20 hours
Computing
Processor BrandHiSilicon
Processor NameHuawei HiSilicon KIRIN 659
RAM Options4GB
Internal Storage Options64GB
Operating System + VersionAndroid 7.0
Communications
LTE Category (Download)LTE CAT6 301 Mbps
Modem Features
  • UMTS
  • EDGE
  • GPRS
  • HSPA+
  • LTE
WiFi Speed
  • b
  • g
  • n
WiFi Features
  • Hotspot
  • WiFi Direct
Bluetooth VersionBluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP
  • BT EDR
  • BT LE
Connector Features
  • USB 2.0
Sim Card 0
NameSIM 0
SIM TypeNano SIM
Multimedia
Audio Features
  • Loudspeaker
  • FM Radio
  • 3.5mm Port
Audio Formats
  • AAC
  • 3GA
  • AMR
  • RA
  • AWB
  • FLAC
  • MID
  • MIDI
  • MP3
  • OGA
  • OGG
  • WMA
  • WAV
Video Formats
  • H.263
  • H.264
  • MPEG-4
  • H.265
  • MP4
  • VP8
  • XVID
Sensors
  • Proximity
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • Fingerprint
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS

Huawei nova 2i Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The last time we checked, the Huawei nova 2i was retailing at around $350 online. Things may have changed a bit since.
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No. Our data shows that the Huawei nova 2i is NOT water-resistant an has no IP-Rating certification.
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No, the Huawei nova 2i does not have dual-SIMs according to our data, but it may be different in Asian markets. We mostly track United States data.
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No, the Huawei nova 2i 2160x1080 resolution is not 4K.
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No, Huawei nova 2i does not support Wireless Charging.
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No, the Huawei nova 2i does not feature Qi Wireless Charging.
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Yes, the Huawei nova 2i is a 4G handset that is rated 4G LTE CAT6 (301 Mbps).
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No, the Huawei nova 2i is not a 5G NR device.
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No, the Huawei nova 2i does not have a USB C connector.
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No, the Huawei nova 2i does not have a removable battery.

Huawei nova 2i Specs & Speed Benchmarks

Antutu

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Geekbench 4 Single

Higher is better
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Geekbench 4 Multi

Higher is better
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Battery Capacity (mAh)

Higher is better
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