Design:
| water resistance |
Water resistant |
| weight |
202 g |
| thickness |
6.9 mm |
| width |
78 mm |
| height |
163 mm |
| volume |
87.7266 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP65 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The design of the Huawei Nova 15 Pro combines a sleek and compact form with practical durability. It weighs 202g and has a slim thickness of just 6.9mm, making it easy to handle. With a width of 78mm and a height of 163mm, the device offers a comfortable grip. It is water resistant and comes with an IP65 rating for protection against water and dust. Despite its slim profile, the phone has a volume of 87.7266 cm³. Notably, it does not have a rugged build or folding capability.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.84" |
| pixel density |
460 ppi |
| resolution |
1320 x 2856 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| touch sampling rate |
300Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✓ |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro features a vibrant 6.84″ OLED/AMOLED display with a high resolution of 1320 x 2856 px, delivering a sharp and clear viewing experience. The screen boasts a pixel density of 460 ppi, ensuring crisp details, and supports a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and gaming. Additionally, it includes an Always-On Display feature and is protected by Gorilla Glass for enhanced durability. The display supports HDR10 for better contrast and color accuracy, though it does not support HDR10+ or Dolby Vision.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
12GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
HiSilicon Kirin 9010 |
| GPU name |
Mali-G57 |
| CPU speed |
1 x 2.3 & 4 x 2.18 & 3 x 1.55 GHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2750 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
7 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
44 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| L2 cache |
0.512 MB |
| Supports ECC memory |
✕ |
| L1 cache |
64 KB |
| L2 core |
0.256 MB/core |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
6W |
| L3 core |
2 MB/core |
| turbo clock speed |
3.3GHz |
| L3 cache |
4 MB |
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro delivers strong performance with its HiSilicon Kirin 9010 chipset and 12GB of RAM, allowing for smooth multitasking and demanding applications. It features a clock speed of up to 3.3GHz with a mix of performance and efficiency cores, thanks to its big.LITTLE architecture. The device also integrates Mali-G57 GPU for graphics processing and supports DirectX 12 for a solid gaming and multimedia experience. With 512GB of internal storage and 2750 MHz RAM speed, it is well-equipped for heavy workloads and data-intensive tasks.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 12 & 13 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 2.4 & 2.2f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
50MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
2 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
3x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✓ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✓ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✓ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is equipped with a versatile triple-camera system, featuring a 50MP main sensor, a 12MP, and a 13MP camera, each with a wide aperture of f/1.8, f/2.4, and f/2.2 respectively. The camera system includes optical zoom with 3x magnification, optical image stabilization for steady shots, and phase-detection autofocus for quick and accurate focusing. On the front, a 50MP camera offers a wide aperture of f/2 for clear selfies, and the device supports various advanced camera features such as HDR, manual exposure, and timelapse recording. The main camera can record video in 2160p at 30fps and supports slow-motion video recording, while the front camera lacks a flash but can create panoramas and shoot raw images.
Operating system:
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro offers a range of useful software features to enhance the user experience. It includes dark mode for a more comfortable viewing experience, and split screen support for multitasking. The device also provides customizable notifications, voice commands, and the ability to track the device's location. For added security, it includes a child lock and camera/microphone privacy options. Additionally, the phone supports widgets, sharing intents, and has a multi-user system. However, it does not receive direct OS updates or support smartphone-to-PC functionality.
Battery:
| battery power |
6500 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
100W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro is equipped with a robust 6500 mAh battery, offering long-lasting power for daily use. It supports fast charging at an impressive 100W charging speed, allowing for rapid recharges. The device includes a battery level indicator and features a rechargeable battery, though it does not support wireless charging or have a removable battery. Additionally, it comes with a charger in the box for added convenience.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✓ |
| has LDAC |
✓ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro offers solid audio features, including stereo speakers for an immersive sound experience. It supports high-quality Bluetooth audio with aptX and LDAC, ensuring superior wireless audio streaming. However, the device does not feature a 3.5 mm headphone jack, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, or a built-in radio.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
December 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
6 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✓ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova 15 Pro offers a comprehensive range of connectivity options, including 5G support for fast mobile data, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for fast internet speeds, and Bluetooth 6 for seamless wireless connections. It also features NFC, a USB Type-C port, and support for GPS and Galileo for accurate location tracking. However, it lacks external memory support, satellite SOS, and crash detection capabilities.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
The device includes a video light for enhanced lighting during recordings, ensuring your videos look clearer in low-light environments. However, it does not feature sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display, which limits some display-related functionalities.