Huawei Nova 8 — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The Huawei Nova 8 (4G) is the international edition of Huawei's 2021 mid-range Nova flagship: a 6.57-inch 90Hz OLED display, the Kirin 820E chipset, a 64MP quad camera, and 66W fast charging — wrapped in a slim 169-gram body. One detail to get right from the start: this global version runs on the Kirin 820E and supports 4G LTE only; a separate China-only Nova 8 5G (Kirin 985) is a different model with different specs. This guide covers the verified specifications of the 4G global version and its Pakistan price picture.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Design and Build Quality

The Nova 8 is one of the slimmer Nova phones: 7.6mm thin and only 169g, with glass on the front and back and an in-display optical fingerprint reader. Huawei's official listing names Powder Pink as a colour; other colour claims floating on retail sites were not verified against official documentation at the time of writing. At 169g with a 6.57-inch screen, it sits comfortably in one hand compared to the chunkier Nova 8i.

Display Features

The 6.57-inch OLED panel displays 1 billion colours with HDR10 support and a 90Hz refresh rate at 1080 x 2340 resolution (~392 ppi). In practice: rich colours, deep blacks, and smoother scrolling than the 60Hz LCDs on Huawei's budget Y-series phones. The 90Hz panel is a genuine step up over the Nova 8 SE Youth's 60Hz IPS LCD, though it stops short of the 120Hz screens on the Pro models.

Processor and Performance

The Kirin 820E (7nm) is a hexa-core chip (3x Cortex-A76 at 2.22GHz + 3x Cortex-A55 at 1.84GHz) with a 6-core Mali-G57 GPU — a slightly trimmed version of the Kirin 820, aimed at the upper-mid range. Paired with 8GB RAM, it handles daily use, multitasking, and mid-level gaming comfortably. Note that this is not the 5G chip: the China-only Nova 8 5G uses the Kirin 985. No benchmark scores are claimed here — manufacturer specs are reported as-is, not tested performance.

RAM and Storage

All variants ship with 8GB of RAM and either 128GB or 256GB of UFS storage. There is no microSD slot, so the storage choice at purchase is permanent. 8GB RAM keeps the phone fluid for multitasking even several years after launch.

Camera Features

The quad rear camera leads with a 64MP main sensor (f/1.9, PDAF) supported by an 8MP ultrawide (120-degree field of view), a 2MP macro, and a 2MP depth sensor — recording 4K video with gyro-EIS. The front camera is a 32MP shooter with 4K video support, stronger on paper than the 16MP front cameras on the Nova 8 SE and Nova 8i. As always, megapixels are only part of the story: real-world results depend on Huawei's processing, which is generally strong in daylight but trails newer sensors in night modes.

Battery and Charging

A 3,800mAh battery with 66W SuperCharge — Huawei advertises 60% charge in 15 minutes and a full charge in 35 minutes — plus 5W reverse wired charging for small accessories. The battery is the phone's honest weak point on paper: 3,800mAh is small by modern standards, though the efficient 7nm chip and OLED panel stretch it further than the raw number suggests. No wireless charging.

Software and Updates

Runs Android 11 with EMUI 12. Important: Like all post-2019 Huawei phones, the Nova 8 has no Google Play Services — it runs Huawei Mobile Services (HMS) with the AppGallery store. Gmail, YouTube, and Google Maps do not work out of the box; workarounds exist but many buyers find them unreliable. Factor this in before buying — it is the single biggest practical difference between the Nova 8 and any Snapdragon or MediaTek rival.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Dual Nano-SIM 4G LTE (HSPA, LTE-A), Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0, USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG, and NFC — a feature missing from the Nova 8i and Nova 8 SE Youth. Sensors include an in-display optical fingerprint reader, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. No 3.5mm headphone jack, no FM radio.

Variants, Colours and Availability

The Nova 8 launched in August 2021 in 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants. Do not confuse it with the Nova 8 5G (China, December 2020, Kirin 985, Android 10) — a different model with 5G. It was never officially launched in Pakistan; units on the local market are imports or used stock. The store's catalog reference for the Nova 8 is Rs. 24,999 (catalog reference only, not a current market price).

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

Huawei never gave the Nova 8 an official Pakistan launch, so there is no official Pakistan price. Listing sites show mixed figures: WhatMobile lists it as "Coming Soon" with an expected Rs. 80,999, while used units appear on OLX at around Rs. 27,000–28,000 (individual seller listings, conditions vary). The store's catalog reference is Rs. 24,999 (catalog reference only). Treat all of these as estimates — confirm the current live price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery before buying.

PTA: PTA approval applies per device and IMEI, not per model. Before paying, send the phone's IMEI to 8484 and confirm "Compliant" status. How to check PTA approval.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages:

• 90Hz OLED with HDR10 — rare at its used-market price point
• 66W fast charging with 32MP 4K selfie camera
• Slim 169g body with in-display fingerprint and NFC
• Kirin 820E delivers solid upper-mid-range performance

Limitations:

• No Google Play Services — AppGallery only
• 4G only on this global version; small 3,800mAh battery
• Never officially launched in Pakistan — import/used stock only
• No microSD slot; no 3.5mm jack

Who Should Consider This Phone?

Good fit: buyers who want a slim, light phone with an OLED display and fast charging at a budget used price — and who can live with HMS instead of Google apps. A strong second-phone candidate.

Look elsewhere if: you need Google services out of the box, 5G, or an officially supported local unit — compare all mobiles instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Huawei Nova 8 in Pakistan?

There is no official Pakistan price. WhatMobile lists an expected Rs. 80,999 ("Coming Soon"), while used units on OLX sell for roughly Rs. 27,000–28,000. Confirm the current store price before buying.

Does the Nova 8 support 5G?

The global 4G version covered here does not — it uses the Kirin 820E. The China-only Nova 8 5G (Kirin 985) is a different model.

What processor does it use?

The Huawei Kirin 820E (7nm), a hexa-core chip with a 6-core Mali-G57 GPU.

What are its camera specs?

64MP + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro + 2MP depth on the rear (4K video), and a 32MP front camera with 4K video.

How fast is its charging?

66W wired SuperCharge — advertised as 60% in 15 minutes, full charge in 35 minutes. The battery is 3,800mAh.

Does it have Google Play Services?

No. It runs EMUI 12 with Huawei Mobile Services; Google apps do not work out of the box.

Is it PTA approved?

PTA status is per-device. Verify the specific unit's IMEI by SMS to 8484 before purchase.

Is it available at Zohaan Mobile Gallery?

Check the Nova 8 product page or WhatsApp +92 305 8452080 for availability and price.

Final Verdict

The Nova 8 is a slim, well-balanced 2021 mid-ranger: 90Hz OLED, 66W charging, and a capable 64MP camera, now trading on the used market for well under Rs. 30,000. Its honest limits are HMS-only software, a modest 3,800mAh battery, and no official Pakistan launch. If you can live without Google apps, it is a lot of phone for used-market money — verify the IMEI before paying.

Call to Action

See the Huawei Nova 8 at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse all mobiles, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed current price, PTA verification, and warranty details. Or visit our Rahim Yar Khan store (Shop No. 6, First Floor, Iqra Plaza, Railway Road) and check the phone in hand before you buy.