The Huawei Nova 2s was launched in December 2017 as a stylish mid-range smartphone designed to deliver premium performance at an affordable price. With its glass front, aluminum back, and slim 7.5 mm profile, the device combined elegance and durability. At just 169 g, it was lightweight, making it easy to carry and handle.
Equipped with the powerful Kirin 960 chipset and up to 6 GB RAM, the Nova 2s ensured smooth multitasking and reliable performance. The 6.0-inch Full HD+ display offered an immersive viewing experience, while the dual cameras on both front and rear made it stand out as a photography-focused device.
Huawei Nova 2s Full Phone Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Phone |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Launch | Announced Dec 2017, Released Dec 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body / Build | 156.9 × 75.1 × 7.5 mm, 169 g, Glass front, Aluminum back & frame |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Display | 6.0″ IPS LCD, 1080 × 2160 px, 18:9 ratio (~403 ppi) |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Chipset | Kirin 960 (16 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4 × 2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4 × 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G71 MP8 |
| Memory / Storage | 64 GB 4 GB RAM, 64 GB 6 GB RAM, 128 GB 6 GB RAM, microSDXC (shared SIM slot) |
| Rear Camera | Dual: 16 MP, f/1.8, PDAF + 20 MP B/W, f/1.8 |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, Panorama |
| Video Recording | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Front Camera | Dual: 20 MP, f/2.0 (wide) + 2 MP depth, LED flash |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5 mm jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, USB Type-C 2.0 OTG |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Li-Po 3340 mAh, non-removable, 18W wired charging |
| Colors | Black, Gray, Red, Rose Gold, Light Blue |
| Models | HWI-AL00, HWI-TL00, HWI-L29 |
| Approx. Price (at launch) | ~ EUR 200 |
Design and Display
The 6.0-inch Full HD+ display offered sharp resolution with an 18:9 aspect ratio, making it ideal for multimedia and browsing. Its glass-and-metal design gave it a premium look, rivaling higher-end models.
Performance and Software
Powered by the Kirin 960 chipset and up to 6 GB RAM, the Nova 2s provided smooth gaming, fast app launches, and reliable multitasking. Running on Android 8.0 with EMUI 8, it delivered Huawei’s intuitive user interface.
Camera and Multimedia
The phone stood out with dual rear cameras (16 MP + 20 MP B/W) for enhanced photography and dual front cameras (20 MP + 2 MP) for impressive selfies with depth effects. Both setups supported 1080p video recording and came with LED flash for low-light conditions.
Battery and Connectivity
A 3340 mAh battery powered the device, supported by 18W fast charging for quicker refills. With dual SIM support, USB Type-C, 3.5 mm jack, and NFC, the Huawei Nova 2s was well-equipped for daily usage and multimedia connectivity.
