A Comprehensive Overview of Huawei's Latest Releases: Nova 12 Pro and Nova 12 Ultra
Huawei has recently introduced its new lineup of smartphones in China, featuring the Nova 12, Nova 12 Lite, Nova 12 Pro, and Nova 12 Ultra. This article will delve into the details of the higher-tier Pro and Ultra models, covering specifications, design, pricing, and more.
Examining the Design and Display of Huawei Nova 12 Ultra & Nova 12 Pro
Both the Nova 12 Ultra and Nova 12 Pro showcase a curved display on the front and a familiar pill-shaped camera module on the back. Featuring rounded corners and curved edges on both sides, the Nova 12 Ultra weighs 198 grams while the Nova 12 Pro tips the scale slightly higher at 201 grams. Despite this, both devices share the same width of 7.68mm.
Equipped with a tall 6.76-inch OLED display, Huawei outfits the Nova 12 Pro and Nova 12 Ultra with a 120Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution of 2776 x 1224 pixels. The front display also includes a pill-shaped camera cutout housing the dual front-facing image sensors. The Ultra variant comes with Kunlus glass, touted for its "unbreakable" properties.
Specifications Overview
While sharing many similarities, the Nova 12 Ultra and Nova 12 Pro differ primarily in their chipsets. The former houses the Kirin 9000SL, while the latter is powered by the Kirin 8000. Both chipsets support 5G connectivity and are coupled with 12GB of RAM. The Pro version offers storage options up to 512GB, whereas the Ultra model goes above and beyond with a substantial 1TB capacity. Running on HarmonyOS 4.0, the devices operate as HongMengOS in China right out of the box.
Driving these smartphones is a 4,600mAh battery supporting 100W wired fast charging. A standout feature in the Nova 12 Pro and Nova 12 Ultra is the inclusion of satellite connectivity, a feature increasingly common in newer premium devices. Noteworthy functionalities also include an in-display fingerprint scanner, dual SIM support, Gesture navigation, face unlock, Bluetooth 5.2, and various audio codecs like AAC, SBC, and LDAC.
Camera Capabilities
The camera setups on both smartphones are nearly identical. Both the Nova 12 Pro and Nova 12 Ultra sport a 50-megapixel primary rear camera, paired with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a macro shooter. The primary camera offers a variable aperture ranging from f/1.4 to f/4.0, enabling 2x optical zoom and 5x digital zoom. On the front side, there's a 60-megapixel main ultra-wide-angle selfie camera and an 8-megapixel portrait lens. The wide-angle sensor has an f/2.4 aperture with auto-focus support, while the portrait sensor carries an f/2.2 aperture and auto-focus functionality.
Pricing and Availability Details
The Huawei Nova 12 Ultra and Nova 12 Pro come in various color options. The Pro model is available in White, Black, Pink, and Blue, while the Ultra model offers Black, Blue, and Gray choices. Each phone is offered in two storage configurations. The starting price for the Nova 12 Ultra is 4,699 Yuan (approx. 658 US Dollars) for the 512GB variant, while the 1TB model is priced at 5,499 Yuan (approx. 769 US Dollars).
On the other hand, the Nova 12 Pro starts at 3,999 Yuan (approx. 560 US Dollars) for the 256GB edition, with the 512GB version priced at 4,399 Yuan (approx. 615 US Dollars). Both models are currently open for pre-orders, with the first sale scheduled to commence on the morning of January 12, 2024.
