Huawei has officially unveiled the nova 13 and nova 13 Pro smartphones in China, bringing impressive features and performance enhancements to its nova series. Here’s a breakdown of the key specifications for both models.
Huawei nova 13 Specifications
The Huawei nova 13 boasts a sleek design and powerful hardware:
- Display: It features a 6.7-inch OLED screen with a resolution of 1084×2412, a 120 Hz refresh rate, 300 Hz touch sampling rate, and 1,440 Hz PWM dimming for reduced eye strain. The display is equipped with an embedded fingerprint sensor for secure unlocking.
- Storage: Users can choose from 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of internal storage, providing ample space for all types of content.
- Cameras:
- Rear Camera: The dual-camera system includes a 50 MP f/1.9 main sensor and an 8 MP f/2.2 ultrawide lens, offering versatility in photography.
- Front Camera: For selfies, the nova 13 sports an impressive 60 MP f/2.4 shooter.
- Battery: A 5,000 mAh battery powers the device, and it supports 100W fast wired charging to keep you powered up throughout the day.
- Software: The nova 13 runs HarmonyOS 4.2, Huawei’s proprietary operating system, optimized for seamless performance.
- Dimensions & Weight: The phone measures 161.4 x 75.3 x 6.98 mm and weighs 195g.
- Other Features: The device supports satellite connectivity, though this feature is currently only available in mainland China.
Huawei nova 13 Pro Specifications
The nova 13 Pro shares many features with the standard nova 13 but adds some significant upgrades:
- Display: It features a slightly larger 6.76-inch LTPO OLED panel with a higher resolution of 1224×2776. It supports an adaptive 120 Hz refresh rate, a 300 Hz touch sampling rate, and 2,160 Hz PWM dimming, making it ideal for smoother and adaptive visual experiences.
- Storage: Like the standard version, the Pro offers 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of storage.
- Cameras:
- Rear Camera: The Pro model has a triple-camera setup, including a 50 MP main camera with a variable aperture ranging from f/1.4 to f/4.0, a 12 MP 3x telephoto lens, and an 8 MP ultrawide lens.
- Front Camera: It maintains the same 60 MP front-facing camera for high-quality selfies.
- Battery: The battery capacity remains the same at 5,000 mAh with 100W fast charging support.
- Dimensions & Weight: The nova 13 Pro is slightly larger, measuring 163.4 x 74.9 x 7.82 mm and weighing 209g.
- IP Rating: The Pro model also comes with an IP65 rating for dust and splash resistance, adding an extra layer of durability.
Pricing and Availability
The Huawei nova 13 is priced at CNY 2,699 ($378), while the nova 13 Pro is available for CNY 3,699 ($519). Both models are currently available for pre-order in China, but there’s no word yet on international availability.
What’s Missing?
Notably, Huawei has not revealed the chipset powering either device, leaving a key detail about their performance still under wraps.
With these impressive features, the nova 13 and nova 13 Pro offer competitive options for users looking for high-quality displays, powerful cameras, and fast charging capabilities. It remains to be seen if Huawei will make these models available globally, but for now, they are exclusive to the Chinese market.
