Design:
| weight |
207 g |
| thickness |
8.9 mm |
| width |
77.7 mm |
| height |
168.3 mm |
| volume |
116.384499 cm³ |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y72S has a sleek design with a weight of 207 g and a thickness of 8.9 mm, offering a comfortable feel in hand. With dimensions of 77.7 mm in width and 168.3 mm in height, its volume is approximately 116.38 cm³. The device does not feature a rugged build and is not foldable, ensuring a more traditional smartphone design.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| screen size |
6.75" |
| pixel density |
260 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1600 px |
| refresh rate |
90Hz |
| 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 Y72S features a 6.75″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 px and a pixel density of 260 ppi, offering clear visuals. It supports a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother scrolling and responsiveness, and includes an Always-On Display feature. However, it does not have branded damage-resistant glass or support HDR10, HDR10+, or Dolby Vision for enhanced visual quality.
Performance:
| internal storage |
256GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
| GPU name |
Adreno 610 |
| CPU speed |
4 x 2.4 & 4 x 1.9 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1466 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
416 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
1550 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
385 |
| GPU clock speed |
845 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
2133 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
6 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Has NX bit |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
14.9 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| VFP version |
4 |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| GPU turbo |
800 MHz |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
6W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
The Huawei Nova Y72S is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G chipset and 8GB of RAM, providing a solid performance for everyday tasks. It offers 256GB of internal storage and runs on an 8-thread CPU with speeds up to 2.4 GHz. The device also features Adreno 610 GPU with a clock speed of 845 MHz, supporting smooth graphics and gaming performance. The 6nm semiconductor size ensures efficient processing, while the 2 memory channels enable improved data handling.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 2 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
2f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
8MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| 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 |
0x |
| 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 Y72S features a dual-lens main camera with 50 MP and 2 MP sensors, offering a wide aperture of f/2 for clearer shots. It supports 1080p video recording at 30 fps and comes with phase-detection autofocus for sharp photos. The 8 MP front camera is perfect for selfies and includes a wide aperture of f/2, though it lacks a dual-lens setup. Additional features include HDR mode, manual exposure, and slow-motion video recording.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 12 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✕ |
| has media picker |
✕ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✕ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✕ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Huawei Nova Y72S runs on Android 12 and offers a range of privacy and customization features. Users can enable clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and control access to the camera and microphone. It supports theme customization, dynamic theming, and dark mode, as well as functionalities like split screen, Live Text, and scrolling screenshots. Other notable features include PiP mode, offline voice recognition, and customizable notifications, although it lacks Mail Privacy Protection and Wi-Fi password sharing.
Battery:
| battery power |
6000 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
22.5W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Huawei Nova Y72S is equipped with a 6000 mAh rechargeable battery, offering long-lasting usage. It supports fast charging at a speed of 22.5W, ensuring quick power-ups. While the battery is not removable and does not support wireless charging, it does include a charger and has a battery level indicator to keep track of power status.
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 device does not feature a 3.5 mm audio jack or stereo speakers, and it lacks support for advanced Bluetooth audio technologies such as aptX, LDAC, and aptX HD. Additionally, it does not include a radio, limiting its audio connectivity and playback options.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
April 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
390 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
150 MBits/s |
| 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 |
✕ |
This device offers a solid range of connectivity options, including dual SIM support, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C connectivity. It supports Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5, as well as NFC for easy pairing. GPS, compass, and Galileo support ensure reliable location services, while the device is also equipped with a fingerprint scanner for enhanced security. However, it does not support 5G, external memory, or emergency SOS via satellite.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device includes a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display, focusing on essential features without these advanced screen technologies.