Huawei nova 9 vs OnePlus Nord 2T
The Huawei nova 9 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300; estimated prices are $499 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei nova 9 leads — 33/100 vs 28/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 2T has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300); the Huawei nova 9 is noticeably lighter (175g vs 190g).
Huawei nova 9
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 190g
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 66W
- Cheaper: $380 vs $499
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Huawei nova 9 vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Huawei nova 9 scores 5 points higher (33/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 9 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 9 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (81/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Huawei nova 9 | OnePlus Nord 2T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 781542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 2.0 | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×73.7×7.8 mm | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $499 | $380 |
Huawei nova 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Huawei nova 9
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei nova 9
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $119. OnePlus Nord 2T is cheaper by $119.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei nova 9 and the OnePlus Nord 2T are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei nova 9 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Huawei nova 9 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (81/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T is a bit better (84/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Huawei nova 9 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei nova 9 edges out the OnePlus Nord 2T by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 9 and the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei nova 9 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 28/100.
Should you choose the Huawei nova 9 over the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Huawei nova 9 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.