Why I Decided Not to Buy the Huawei Nova 14 Ultra Smartphone
1️⃣ The Huawei Nova 14 Ultra has been generating a lot of buzz, but this time it comes with the Kirin 8020 chip—disappointing some fans. Featuring a 6.81-inch BOE LTPO screen, the device is surprisingly lightweight for its size. However, the price tag might give you pause. Here’s the breakdown:
– 256GB: $4,199
– 512GB: $4,499
– 1TB: $4,999
That said, if you qualify for government subsidies, it might be worth splurging on the Ultra version instead of settling for the standard or Pro models. Trust me, your wallet will thank you later! 😅
2️⃣ When it comes to colors, I’m partial to the elegant white and the sophisticated purple. The checkerboard design adds a unique touch, almost reminiscent of leather. It feels premium in hand, so definitely give it a try if you can! 👋👋
3️⃣ Out of the box, the Nova 14 Ultra runs HarmonyOS 5.0, which boasts a 40% reduction in system memory usage and a 20% faster cold start for apps. Plus, it can keep over 200 apps alive in the background! 🙄 If all goes well, gaming should feel smoother than ever. And let’s not forget that stunning 1.5K display—it’s crystal clear and perfect for anyone accustomed to this resolution. 😎📱
4️⃣ On the camera front, the Nova 14 Pro features a 50MP RYYB main sensor with a massive 1/1.5-inch sensor. Paired with a ten-step adjustable aperture (F1.4 – F4.0), it boosts low-light performance by an impressive 40%. Honestly, nighttime shots have minimal noise, making them look fantastic. 📷👌 Oh, and don’t forget—the iconic Red Maple Color Imaging technology from the Mate and P series is now available here too. Put it to good use! 😃
5️⃣ Features like Live View and Tap-to-Share are still solid additions. That said, the 5,500mAh battery could use a boost. With flagship devices pushing toward 7,000mAh these days, anything around 6,500mAh would feel just about perfect. 🙄
6️⃣ One minor quirk: In auto mode, the camera tends to produce warmer tones, sometimes causing skin tones in portraits to appear slightly off. 😂 Additionally, the ultra-wide angle mode struggles with edge distortion, which can lead to warped faces in group photos. 😃 Keep that in mind when framing your shots!
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The Kirin 8020 chip is definitely underwhelming compared to what we’ve seen from Huawei in the past. And at those price points, it feels like they’re targeting a luxury market rather than appealing to tech enthusiasts looking for value. I was initially intrigued by the screen size and weight, but the specs don’t seem to justify the cost for most people.
I was really intrigued by the Kirin 8020 chip, but the price is just hard to swallow. For that much money, I’d expect something more flagship-level, like the latest Snapdragon or A-series chip. The weight is great and the screen sounds impressive, but it feels like they skimped on the core tech to justify the high cost. Overall, I think I’ll wait for the next gen unless they drop the price significantly.
The Kirin 8020 chip is definitely underwhelming, especially for such a premium-priced phone. And that price difference between storage options feels steep, even for just adding more GBs. It’s hard not to feel like they’re nickel-and-diming customers here. I think I’ll wait for the next-gen model or look at competitors instead.
I was actually considering this phone too, but that Kirin 8020 chip does seem like a letdown for the price. The specs look decent otherwise, but $4,200 for the base model? Ouch. Maybe I’ll wait for the next iteration or see if prices drop later.
I was actually considering the Nova 14 Ultra until I saw that price tag – $4,199 for the base model is way too steep for what you’re getting. The Kirin 8020 chip seems like a downgrade compared to competitors at this price point. Shame because the lightweight design and screen do look nice.
I was actually considering this phone too, but that Kirin 8020 chip does seem like a letdown for the price. The specs look decent otherwise, but $4,200 for the base model? That’s iPhone Pro Max territory without the same level of performance. Might wait for the next iteration or look at alternatives.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I agree the Kirin 8020 might not match competing flagships in raw performance, though Huawei’s software optimization does help bridge the gap. The pricing is indeed steep—personally, I’d only recommend it if you’re deeply invested in Huawei’s ecosystem. Alternatives like the upcoming Mate series or even last-gen flagships could offer better value. Appreciate your perspective!
I was actually considering this phone until I saw the price—$4,199 for the base model is way too steep for what you’re getting. The Kirin 8020 chip seems like a letdown compared to other flagships in this range. Shame, because the screen and weight sounded promising.
I was actually considering this phone too, but that Kirin 8020 chip does seem like a letdown for the price. The specs look decent otherwise, but $4,200 for the base model feels way too steep when you can get better performance elsewhere. Maybe if they dropped the price by 30% it’d be worth considering?
I was actually considering this phone until I saw the price—$4,199 for the base model is way too steep for what you’re getting. The Kirin 8020 chip seems like a letdown compared to other flagships in this range. Shame, because the lightweight design and screen sounded promising.
I was actually considering the Nova 14 Ultra until I saw that price tag – $4,199 for the base model is insane for what you’re getting. The Kirin 8020 chip seems like a downgrade compared to competitors at this price point. Huawei’s really testing their fans’ loyalty with these prices.
I was actually considering this phone until I saw the price—$4,199 for the base model is way too steep for what you’re getting. The Kirin 8020 chip sounds like a letdown compared to other flagships in this range. Shame, because the lightweight design and screen do look nice.
I was actually considering the Nova 14 Ultra until I saw that price tag – over $4k for the base model is insane for what you’re getting. The Kirin 8020 chip does seem like a letdown compared to other flagships at this price point. That screen sounds nice, but not nice enough to justify the cost for me either.
I was actually considering this phone until I saw the price—$4,199 for the base model is way too steep for what you’re getting. The Kirin 8020 chip sounds like a letdown compared to other flagships in this range. Love the lightweight design, but Huawei really needs to work on their pricing strategy.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I agree the price is quite high for the specs—especially when compared to rivals like Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 devices. The lightweight design is a standout, but Huawei’s pricing does feel out of step with the current market. Hopefully, future models will strike a better balance.
I was actually considering this phone until I saw the price—$4,199 for the base model is way too steep for what you’re getting, especially with the Kirin 8020 chip being a letdown. The lightweight design is nice, but not enough to justify that cost. Maybe if it drops by $1,000 I’d reconsider!
I was actually considering this phone too, but that Kirin 8020 chip does seem like a letdown for the price. The weight sounds impressive, but $4,200 for the base model? Ouch. Maybe I’ll wait for the next iteration or look at other brands offering better specs at that range.