Table of Contents
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Introduction
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Revolutionary “Dual-Ring” Design
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Display and Protection
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Flagship Performance: Kirin 9010S & Kirin 8020
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Camera Innovation: RYYB & Variable Aperture
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Next-Level Battery and Charging
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Huawei Nova 15 Series: Full Specifications Comparison Table
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Pricing and Availability
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Conclusion
1. Introduction
On December 22, 2025, Huawei officially unveiled the Nova 15 series in China, targeting the younger generation with a mix of high-end aesthetics and powerful performance. The lineup includes three models: the Nova 15, Nova 15 Pro, and the flagship-tier Nova 15 Ultra. This year, Huawei has pushed the boundaries of mid-range smartphones by introducing professional-grade camera features and significantly larger batteries.
2. Revolutionary “Dual-Ring” Design
The Nova 15 Pro and Ultra introduce a brand-new rear design featuring a large rectangular camera island that stretches across the entire width of the back panel. Inside this block, a Dual-Ring system houses the lenses and LED flash. The back panel on the Purple and Green variants features a unique strip panel texture that reacts to light, giving it a premium, dynamic look.
3. Display and Protection
The entire series has moved away from curved frames to a more modern flat middle frame.
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Standard Nova 15: Features a 6.7-inch flat OLED display with 1.5K resolution.
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Pro & Ultra: Sport a 6.84-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate. These models are protected by the second-generation Huawei Kunlun Glass, ensuring high durability.
4. Flagship Performance: Kirin 9010S & Kirin 8020
Performance sees a massive leap this year:
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Nova 15 Ultra/Pro: Powered by the Kirin 9010S chipset, offering an 18% performance improvement over the previous generation.
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Standard Nova 15: Uses the Kirin 8020 chip, boasting a staggering 42% performance boost.
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Software: All models run HarmonyOS 6.0 out of the box, featuring new AI camera tools and optimized system performance.
5. Camera Innovation: RYYB & Variable Aperture
Huawei’s signature RYYB sensor technology is present across all models for superior light capture.
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The Nova 15 Ultra takes it further with a triple 50MP RYYB setup, including a physical variable aperture on the main camera and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens supporting 3.7x optical zoom and 100x digital zoom.
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Front cameras on the Pro and Ultra are dual 50MP setups, perfect for high-quality vlogging.
6. Next-Level Battery and Charging
Huawei has addressed battery anxiety by increasing capacities significantly:
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Standard Nova 15: Packs a 6,000mAh battery.
- Pro & Ultra: Feature a massive 6,500mAh battery.
All three models support 100W wired fast charging, and notably, the Ultra version now supports 50W wireless charging.
7. Huawei Nova 15 Series: Full Specifications Comparison Table
| Feature | Nova 15 (Standard) | Nova 15 Pro | Nova 15 Ultra |
| Display | 6.7″ OLED (Flat) | 6.84″ LTPO OLED | 6.84″ LTPO OLED |
| Chipset | Kirin 8020 | Kirin 9010S | Kirin 9010S |
| Main Camera | 50MP RYYB | 50MP RYYB (Var. Ap) | 50MP RYYB (Var. Ap) |
| Telephoto | 12MP (3x) | 12MP (3x) | 50MP RYYB (3.7x) |
| Ultra-Wide | 13MP | 13MP | 50MP RYYB |
| Selfie Cam | 50MP Single | 50MP + Depth | 50MP + 50MP AF |
| Battery | 6,000mAh | 6,500mAh | 6,500mAh |
| Charging | 100W Wired | 100W Wired | 100W Wired + 50W Wireless |
| Protection | Kunlun Glass | 2nd Gen Kunlun Glass | 2nd Gen Kunlun Glass |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.0 | HarmonyOS 6.0 | HarmonyOS 6.0 |
8. Pricing and Availability
The Huawei Nova 15 series is available in four colors: Phantom Night Black, Zero Degree White, Purple, and Green.
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Nova 15 Pro: Starts at approximately 3,499 Yuan (~$490).
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Nova 15 Ultra: Starts at approximately 4,199 Yuan (~$590).
9. Conclusion
The Huawei Nova 15 series successfully bridges the gap between mid-range and flagship smartphones. With its stunning new design, the power of Kirin 9010S, and a battery that lasts longer than ever, the series is set to dominate the market for young consumers in 2026.
