The Huawei Nova 12 Nova series made its official debut in China, bringing three flagship mid-range smartphones — the Huawei Nova 12, Nova 12 Pro, and Nova 12 Ultra — along with the Nova 12 Lite (Active Edition). All models run HarmonyOS 4 and share a common 6.7-inch full-HD+ OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, making this one of Huawei's most cohesive lineups in recent memory. Whether you're eyeing the standard model or the feature-packed Ultra, here's everything you need to know.
- All three main models share a 6.7-inch 120Hz OLED display, 4,600mAh battery with 100W wired fast charging, and dual 50MP rear cameras running HarmonyOS 4.
- The Nova 12 Ultra tops the lineup with up to 1TB storage, a variable-aperture main camera (f/1.4–f/4.0), dual front cameras, and Beidou satellite messaging — starting at CNY 4,699.
Huawei Nova 12 Nova Series: Prices and Availability
The Huawei Nova 12 starts at CNY 2,999 (approximately Rs 34,000) for the 256GB variant and CNY 3,399 (approximately Rs 40,000) for the 512GB model. The Nova 12 Pro is available in 256GB and 512GB configurations at CNY 3,999 and CNY 4,399 (roughly Rs 51,500), respectively. At the top of the range, the Nova 12 Ultra carries a price of CNY 4,699 (roughly Rs 54,000) for the 512GB version and CNY 5,499 (roughly Rs 64,000) for the 1TB variant.
All four phones went up for pre-order on VMall in China. Sales for the Nova 12 and Nova 12 Pro kicked off on January 5, while the Nova 12 Ultra followed on January 12. Colour options span Cherry White and Obsidian Black for the standard model, Cherry Blossom Pink, Cherry Blossom White, and Obsidian Black for the Pro, and Smokey Grey and Obsidian Black for the Ultra.
Huawei Nova 12 Nova Series: Display, Processor, and Storage
Every model in the Huawei Nova 12 Nova trio features a 6.7-inch full-HD+ (1,224 × 2,776 pixels) OLED LTPO panel with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 2,160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming, and a 300Hz touch sampling rate for smooth, comfortable on-screen interaction. The display houses a pill-shaped camera cutout for the selfie lens, keeping the look clean and modern.
Huawei has not officially confirmed the chipset powering these three models, though they are widely expected to use a Kirin processor. Storage options range from 256GB on the base Nova 12 up to a generous 1TB on the Nova 12 Ultra — unusually high capacity for a mid-range device.
For more details on the full Huawei smartphone lineup, including past Nova-series models, visit our dedicated brand page.
Camera System: Dual Rear and Advanced Selfie Setup
All three phones carry a dual rear camera array anchored by a 50-megapixel primary sensor paired with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. The Nova 12 Pro and Ultra step things up with a variable aperture on the main sensor that adjusts between f/1.4 and f/4.0, giving photographers more creative control over depth of field and low-light performance.
On the selfie side, the Nova 12 Pro and Ultra sport a dual front camera system combining a 60-megapixel primary shooter with an 8-megapixel portrait sensor — a setup designed for detailed selfies and advanced portrait effects. The standard Nova 12 instead offers a single 60-megapixel ultra-wide-angle front camera, still a competitive spec in its price bracket.
Battery, Connectivity, and Satellite Messaging
All three models pack a 4,600mAh battery with support for 100W wired fast charging, so topping up from low to full should take well under an hour. Connectivity across the lineup includes Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, AGPS, GLONASS, Beidou, NFC, and USB Type-C. An in-display fingerprint sensor handles biometric unlocking on all three.
A standout feature of the Nova 12 Pro and Nova 12 Ultra is two-way Beidou satellite messaging. When users venture beyond conventional network coverage — think remote hiking trails or offshore locations — this system lets them send and receive emergency messages via satellite, a safety feature that is increasingly valuable in adventure and outdoor contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the storage capacity of the Huawei Nova 12 Ultra?
The Huawei Nova 12 Ultra is available in two storage options: 512GB (priced at CNY 4,699) and 1TB (priced at CNY 5,499). The 1TB configuration makes it one of the highest-capacity mid-range smartphones in its class.
Does the Huawei Nova 12 series support satellite connectivity?
Yes, but only on the Nova 12 Pro and Nova 12 Ultra. Both devices feature a two-way Beidou satellite messaging system that allows users to send and receive emergency messages when they are outside standard mobile network coverage. The base Nova 12 model does not include this feature.
