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Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£460RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.81 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP

Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

90%

7.9

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 84% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

â–²Better than 87%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

25%

7.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.5

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

8.8

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

â–²Better than 84%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £460
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components:

25%

7.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.5

Camera

15%

8.2

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

8.8

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

7.9
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

8.1

Price

8.0
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
HiSilicon Kirin 8020
This smartphone uses the HiSilicon Kirin 8020 processor which is faster than processors in 68.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
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
1 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Harmony OS
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 71.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 99.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
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
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
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
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.81 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.81 inches which is larger than the screens of 89% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1272x 2860 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1272x2860 px which is higher than that of 89.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
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
5,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.7% of smartphones and equal to those in 3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
100 W
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
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.4 mm which is shorter than 52.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Width
75.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.6 mm which is narrower than 57.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.8 mm which is thinner than 77.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
204 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 204 g which is heavier than 64.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
85,575 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 85,575 cm³ which is smaller than 81.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
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Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    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
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5,500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    5,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Celia Smart Agent with DeepSeek, AI Call Summary, AI Magic Image Transfer, AI Elimination, AI Best Expression, AI Portrait Retouch
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1272x2860 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1272x2860 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 4 GB more RAM
    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
    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
  • 8.6% better value for money
    Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.97 vs 7.3).
    7.97 vs 7.34
  • 4x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    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
  • Supports ECC memory
    This smartphone supports ECC memory, the average smartphone does not. 2.4% of smartphones support ECC.
  • 43.3% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,350 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,350 vs 942
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    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
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Celia Smart Agent with DeepSeek, AI Call Summary, AI Magic Image Transfer, AI Elimination, AI Best Expression, AI Portrait Retouch
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    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
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.4 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 & f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.2 & f/2 vs f/2.2
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    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 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 4,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5,500 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    5,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1272x2860 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1272x2860 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 0.14 inches inch larger screen size
    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.
    6.81 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 3.03x faster charging speed
    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
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 0.5 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 21.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (750 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    750 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.7% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (550 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    550 nits vs 660 nits
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • 76.9% more expensive
    Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£460 vs £260).
    £460 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 76.9% more expensive
    Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£460 vs £260).
    £460 vs £260
  • 21.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (750 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    750 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 20% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.2 GHz & 3x1.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.2 GHz & 3x1.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 16.7% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (550 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    550 nits vs 660 nits
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 4% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (204 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    204 g vs 196.2 g

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Summary of the review
Huawei Nova 14 Ultra Revealed Packing Next-Gen Triple Cameras and a Powerful Processor

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What customers like about Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB)

  • Professional-grade camera system featuring a 50MP RYYB periscope telephoto lens and variable aperture (f/1.4 to f/4.0)
  • Impressive 6.81-inch LTPO 3.0 OLED display with a high peak brightness of 5,500 nits and Kunlun glass protection
  • Exceptional 5,500mAh battery life supported by extremely fast 100W wired charging
  • Advanced connectivity including dual-way satellite communication for messaging and calls in remote areas
  • Powerful performance for a mid-range device powered by the Kirin 8020 chipset and 12GB of RAM
  • Elegant and eye-catching design available in unique colors like 'flashing gold' with ripple textures

What customers don't like about Huawei nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB)

  • Lack of native Google Mobile Services (GMS), which remains a significant hurdle for international users
  • No support for wireless charging, which is often expected in this price segment
  • Software limitations in streaming apps, such as YouTube not supporting full resolution due to underlying trade restrictions
  • Limited global availability, with several advanced features like satellite communication being region-locked to China
  • USB Type-C port is limited to version 2.0 speeds for data transfer
  • The 1TB top-end storage variant is considered expensive for a non-flagship series

Verdict

The Huawei Nova 14 Ultra (12GB + 1TB) is a premium smartphone running on HarmonyOS 5.0 and powered by the Kirin 8020 chipset. Its main characteristics include a stunning 6.81-inch LTPO 3.0 OLED display with a record 5500 nits peak brightness and 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, a versatile quad-camera system featuring a 50MP main sensor with variable aperture and OIS, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3.7x optical zoom, a 13MP ultrawide, and a dual 50MP plus 8MP selfie camera setup. A large 5500 mAh silicon-carbon battery with 100W fast wired charging support and IP68/IP69 water resistance adds to its appeal. The primary pros are the industry-leading display brightness, a comprehensive and high-resolution camera system with satellite communication capabilities, IP69 rating, and the very fast charging speed. The main cons for global users are the absence of Google Mobile Services (GMS), limited international availability, and a potentially weaker GPU compared to true flagships from competitors.

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