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Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£500RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP

Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

?

User score

▲Better than 70% of smartphones
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.5

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

5.8

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

▲Better than 71% of smartphones
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £500

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components:

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.5

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

8.4

Software

10%

7.1

Connectivity

4%

5.8

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

7.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

7.9

Price

7.5
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G
▲ Better than 63% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G processor which is faster than processors in 62.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 GB
▲ Better than 59% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Internal storage
512 GB
▲ Better than 77% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
▼ Worse than 50% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Harmony OS
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
▼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
Open-source OS
no
▼ Worse than 95% of models
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
▲ Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
▲ Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP
▼ Worse than 48% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 46.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
▲ Better than 65% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
▲ Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
▲ Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
▼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Screen size
6.78 inches
▲ Better than 73% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1200x 2652 px
Screen resolution
1200x 2652 px
▲ Better than 74% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1200x2652 px which is higher than that of 74.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
429 ppi
Pixel density
429 ppi
▲ Better than 74% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 429 ppi which is higher than that of 74.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
▲ Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
▲ Better than 35% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
Charging speed
100 W
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 100 W which is faster than in 90.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
▲ Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
▼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
▲ Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
▼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
▼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
▼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
▼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
164.3 mm
Height
164.3 mm
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 164.3 mm which is taller than 61.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
74.4 mm
Width
74.4 mm
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.4 mm which is narrower than 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
Thickness
7.9 mm
▲ Better than 72% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
188 g
Weight
188 g
▲ Better than 70% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 188 g which is lighter than 70.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
84,952 cm³
Device volume
84,952 cm³
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 84,952 cm³ which is smaller than 83.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
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Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    100 W
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Huawei Kunlun Glass
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Huawei Kunlun Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Huawei Kunlun Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    60 MP & 8 MP
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (60 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    60 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Celia AI, AI Voice, AI Camera, Smart Search, AI Private View
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2x more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    2048 KB
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    3,200 MHz
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 2.4 GHz & 3 x 2.2 GHz & 4 x 1.9 GHz
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.2 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.2 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Celia AI, AI Voice, AI Camera, Smart Search, AI Private View
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    Cross-site tracking protection
    yes
    ▲ Better than 68% of models
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports fast boot
    Fast boot
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    60 MP & 8 MP
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (60 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    60 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports laser autofocus
    Laser autofocus
    yes
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 µm
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.2 & f/2.4
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Supports satellite SOS
    Satellite SOS
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    Barometer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Huawei Kunlun Glass
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Huawei Kunlun Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Huawei Kunlun Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.78 inches
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1200 x 2652 px
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1200x2652 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1200x2652 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 8.6% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    429 ppi
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (429 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    429 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    100 W
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (100 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    100 W vs 33 W
  • 1.6 mm narrower
    Width
    74.4 mm
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.2% lighter
    Weight
    188 g
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (188 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    188 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    Thickness
    7.9 mm
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 48.4% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    490 MHz
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (490 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    490 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,500 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 92.3% more expensive
    Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£500 vs £260).
    £500 vs £260
  • 48.4% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    490 MHz
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (490 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    490 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    Open-source OS
    no
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    ▼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,500 mAh
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    ▼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    April 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 0.7 mm taller
    Height
    164.3 mm
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (164.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    164.3 mm vs 163.6 mm

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oled-info.com
19/04/2023
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Huawei Nova 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Ultra - OLED-Info
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mouthshut.com
25/07/2023
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Perfect in my experience. - HUAWEI NOVA 11 ULTRA Review
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smartzone.de
22/07/2023
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Huawei Nova 11 Pro im Test (enthält Vergleichsdaten und Spezifikationen zum Ultra-Modell innerhalb der Serie)(www.chinahandys.net) | 18.04.2023 | Huaw...
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es.root-nation.com
25/08/2023
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Huawei Nova 11 Pro Smartphone Review (Including Technical Comparison with the Ultra)
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What we like about Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB)

  • Exceptional 60MP dual front camera system, ideal for vloggers and high-quality selfies.
  • Premium design with a unique vegan leather back featuring an embossed pattern.
  • Blazing fast 100W SuperCharge that can fully charge the device in under 30 minutes.
  • High-quality 120Hz OLED display with Kunlun glass for enhanced durability.
  • Innovative dual aperture main camera technology (f/1.4–f/4.0) for professional-grade photography.
  • Comfortable ergonomics and lightweight build despite its large screen size.

What we don't like about Huawei nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB)

  • Lack of native Google Mobile Services (GMS) requires workarounds like GBox.
  • Limited to 4G connectivity due to hardware restrictions, lacking modern 5G support.
  • Uses the older Snapdragon 778G chipset, which some users find underpowered for its price.
  • No official IP rating for water or dust resistance.
  • Absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card slot.
  • Ultra-wide and video recording quality can be inconsistent compared to the main sensor.

Verdict

The Huawei Nova 11 Ultra (12GB + 512GB variant, though most sources indicate 8GB RAM with 512GB storage) is a premium mid-range smartphone running HarmonyOS 3.0, powered by the 4G-only Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset. Key characteristics include a vibrant 6.78-inch, 120Hz OLED display protected by Kunlun Glass, a dual-camera system on both the front (60MP ultrawide and 8MP portrait) and rear (50MP main with variable aperture and 8MP ultrawide), and a 4500 mAh battery with ultra-fast 100W wired charging. The main pros are its outstanding camera system (especially for selfies/vlogging), attractive design with a vegan leather option, and class-leading fast charging capability. Primary cons include the lack of 5G support, no Google Mobile Services (GMS), the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack or expandable storage, and a price point considered high for a 4G device.

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