Specs Comparison: Honor 9 Lite vs Huawei Nova 2 Lite

Today in our specs comparison, we will be checking out two devices: one from the Honor line and one from the popular Nova series. Will it be the Honor 9 Lite or the Huawei Nova 2 Lite to win the crown? Let’s start!

Honor 9 Lite is a line of smartphones from Huawei but with a different main audience. It has a 5.65-inch 18:9 IPS display with 2160 x 1080 resolution, a Kirin 659 processor, a 3GB RAM, a 32GB internal storage, a 13MP + 2MP dual rear cameras, a 13MP + 2MP front cameras, and a  3,000mAh battery.

Huawei Nova 2 Lite is basically the lite version of the popular Nova 2i. It has a 5.99-inch 18:9 IPS display with 1440 x 720 resolution, Snapdragon 430 processor, a 3GB RAM, a 32GB internal storage, a 13MP + 2MP dual rear cameras, an 8MP front camera, and a 3,000mAh battery.

Here are their detailed specs:

Here are the advantages of each smartphone:

Honor 9 Lite

+ Higher screen resolution

+ Higher pixel density

+ Better performing CPU

+ Better performing GPU

+ Higher front camera resolution

Huawei Nova 2 Lite

+ Larger screen size

+ Dedicated microSD card slot

+ Wider-angle front camera lens

The Nova 2 Lite has a larger screen size but that’s just about it. In terms of viewing experience, we normally prioritize the size but in this case, the Honor 9 Lite has a higher resolution with a better pixel density. If users aim to watch videos with a better quality, go with the latter since their eyes will be much more comfortable with it.

The Honor 9 Lite carries the signature Kirin 659 processor that are mostly equipped on Huawei’s midrange smartphones. The Nova 2 Lite, in this case, has Snapdragon 430 which can be considered entry-level. Based on the previous data that we have, users who want a smoother experience with their smartphones should pick the Kirin 659.

The Honor 9 Lite has a quad-camera setup while the Nova 2 Lite has dual rear and single front cameras. There’s not much to say except for the latter having a wider area of shoot coverage than the former.

Both smartphones’ battery capacities are the same so, we expect a close performance with each other. Unfortunately, they do not have fast charging capabilities so either of them could be the user’s choice.

For overall performance, the belt goes to Honor 9 Lite since it gives a better viewing experience and performance. The Nova 2 Lite has a larger screen size and a dedicated microSD card slot which is essential for some users.

The Honor 9 Lite is priced at Php7,990USD 136INR 11,542EUR 130CNY 992 Php10,500USD 179INR 15,168EUR 170CNY 1,303 (see price listing here) while the Huawei Nova 2 Lite is priced at Php9,990USD 170INR 14,432EUR 162CNY 1,240 and is available nationwide. What do you guys think? Let us know your pick in the comments section below.