Honor 90 Smart vs Huawei Nova 12i
Compare Honor 90 Smart vs Huawei Nova 12i side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 6020 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, 5330mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $699 vs $699. Full…
Honor
Honor 90 Smart
$699
5categories won
Huawei
Huawei Nova 12i
$699
1categories won
7 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor 90 Smart takes the overall win
The Honor 90 Smart claims the overall win over the Huawei Nova 12i, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Honor 90 Smart. Choose the Honor 90 Smart if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Huawei Nova 12i if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor 90 Smart wins on endurance with 5,330 mAh and 35W fast charging.
Honor 90 Smart leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6020.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor 90 Smart vs Huawei Nova 12i: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor 90 Smart | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.8" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412Winner | 1080 x 2388 |
| Pixel density | 389 ppi | 391 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 850 nitsWinner | 650 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor 90 Smart | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
| AnTuTu score | 410,000Winner | 315,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 1920Winner | 1470 |
Camera
| Specification | Honor 90 Smart | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor 90 Smart | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,330 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 35 W | 40 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Honor 90 Smart | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g | 199 g |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP53 |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor 90 Smart | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | 14 |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor 90 Smart | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 |
Honor 90 Smart
Honor 90 Smart pairs a 108MP main camera, 5330mAh battery, 35W SuperCharge, dual speakers with 200% volume mode, and 5G network support in a sleek contemporary design.
- Display
- 6.8"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 6020
- Battery
- 5,330mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0)
Huawei Nova 12i
Huawei Nova 12i showcases flagship-inspired Super Star Orbit Ring styling, a 108MP high-resolution camera, 5000mAh battery with 40W Huawei SuperCharge Turbo, and EMUI 14 with customizable lock screens.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 14