We’ve just had a back-to-back launch yesterday with the Moto G5s and G5s Plus. Yet, the Huawei Nova 2i still gets the attention of more. Both priced at P14,990, the Nova 2i and the G5s Plus offer decent specs for a mid-ranger. So, we ManilaShaker will provide the pros and cons for users to know which is better for them.
While the Moto G5s Plus is official at PHP 14,999, the Huawei Nova 2i costs PHP 14,990. Announced yesterday, the Moto G5s Plus’ first 100 customers were entitled to a free JBL Go speakers. However, we are not updated whether each participating stores still offer it. Check out details here.
You may also check out details about the Huawei Nova 2i promo with free JBL Flip 3 on Oct 21 here. The official launch of the Nova 2i is expected this October 21. So, remember to stay tuned for updates!
| SPECS |
Huawei Nova 2i |
Moto G5s Plus |
| Display | 5.9-inch full HD+ (1080×2160 pixels) IPS LCD display with 18:9 aspect ratio | 5.5-inch 1080 x 1920 pixels, FHD IPS- LCD, 401ppi |
| Size | 156.2 x 75.2 x 7.5mm, 164g | 153.5 x 76.2 x 8 mm, 155g weight |
| Design | All metal unibody | All metal unibody |
| Colors | Black, Blue, Gold | Lunar Gray, Blush Gold |
| Chipset | Kirin 659 SoC | Snapdragon 625 octa-core Chipset |
| Processor | Octa-core (4×2.36 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) | 8 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T830 MP2 | Adreno 506 |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM, 64 GB ROM, microSD card up to 256GB | 3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB internal storage, microSD card up to 256GB |
| Main Camera | Dual 16 MP + 2 MP, phase detection autofocus, LED flash | Dual 13 MP, f/2.0, autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash |
| Multimedia | 1080p@30fps | 2160p@30fps |
| Front camera | Dual 13 MP, f/2.0 + 2 MP | 8 MP, f/2.2, auto-HDR |
| Connectivity | 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, Wi-Fi, and NFC, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS | 4G LTE, WiFi a, Bt4.2, GPS, GLONASS, dual-nano SIM, fingerprint sensor |
| OS | Android 7.0 Nougat | Android 7.1 (Nougat), planned upgrade to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
| Software | EMUI 5.1 | near-stock Android with Google Assistant |
| Battery | 3340mAh battery | 3,000mAh with TurboCharge |
| Ports | microUSB 2.0, 3.55mm headphone jack | microUSB 2.0, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Official Price | PHP 14,990 | PHP 14,999 |
| Availability date | October 2017 | October 2017 |
| Where to buy | Huawei Stores, authorized online retail stores | Motorola Stores, authorized online retail stores |
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