Honor X9c 5G vs Huawei Nova 12s
Compare Honor X9c 5G vs Huawei Nova 12s side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G, 6600mAh vs 4500mAh battery, $329 vs $699…
Honor
Honor X9c 5G
$329
5categories won
Huawei
Huawei Nova 12s
$699
3categories won
5 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor X9c 5G takes the overall win
The Honor X9c 5G claims the overall win over the Huawei Nova 12s, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Honor X9c 5G leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Honor X9c 5G. Choose the Honor X9c 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Huawei Nova 12s if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor X9c 5G wins on endurance with 6,600 mAh and 66W fast charging.
Honor X9c 5G leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and 12GB RAM.
Honor X9c 5G wins photography with 108MP main imaging.
Honor X9c 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $329 vs $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 X9c 5G vs Huawei Nova 12s: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700Winner | 1084 x 2412 |
| Pixel density | 437 ppiWinner | 395 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4000 nitsWinner | 1200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 585,000 | 590,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 2780 | 2820 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 108 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 2 | — |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 60 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,600 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 W | 66 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 g | 168 gWinner |
| Thickness | 7.98 mm | 6.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65M (360-degree water resistance) | IP53 |
| Build | Anti-drop curved body, circular halo camera deco, Anti-Drop Ultra-Bounce Glass | — |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | — |
| Security updates | 4 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor X9c 5G | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $329Winner | $699 |
Honor X9c 5G
Dubbed the 'Ultra-Tough' champion, the Honor X9c 5G is engineered with a revolutionary 3-layer anti-drop matrix certified to survive 2-meter impacts onto marble, 360-degree IP65M water resistance, extreme temperature resistance (-30°C to 55°C), and a colossal 6,600mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 108MP
- Battery
- 6,600mAh
Huawei Nova 12s
Huawei Nova 12s captures global attention with an ultra-thin 6.88mm silhouette weighing just 168g, a world-class 60MP ultra-wide front selfie shooter, 66W SuperCharge Turbo, and Star Orbit Ring camera styling.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 14
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