Huawei Nova 3e (64GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)

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Side by side comparison between Huawei Nova 3e vs Samsung Galaxy Note Edge phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

3/4/2019 12:22 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 5:29 PM

Compare Samsung Galaxy Note Edge X Huawei Nova 3e (64GB) 17Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.8"
IPS

1080x2280

16
MP

24mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

17Points Samsung Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8) Compare Huawei Nova 3e X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.6"
AMOLED

1440x2560

16
MP

3.7mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)

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17 Advantages Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	vs	17 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
+2.36GHz 64bit Octa-core18% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	2.7GHz 32bit Quad-core
+4GB LPDDR333% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	3GB LPDDR3
+64GB (51GB available)104% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	32GB (25GB available)
+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC100% More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC
+145 grams (5.08 ounces)20% Lighter	vs	174 grams (6.09 ounces)
+7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)12% Thinner	vs	8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
+5.8"4% Larger screen	vs	5.6"
+(dual camera) 16MP + 2MP13% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 16MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo/video only main camera
+(front) 24MP5 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 3.7MP
+Android 8.0 OreoAdvantage Android 8.0 Oreo is newer and safer	vs	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	4.1 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
LTPS IPS LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
1080x2280 pixels	vs	+1440x2560 pixels50% Higher resolution screen
435 PPI	vs	+525 PPI21% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
EIS: Digital stabilization	vs	+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Full HD (1920x1080)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)	vs	+(front) 2K UHD (2560x1440)78% More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+HumidityAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+SpO2Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+TemperatureAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+UV radiationAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

23 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

f/2.2 (aperture)

4G LTE-A / 4G LTE

Capacitive

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📱 Model features
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Other model names	华为 nova 3e ANE-AL00, ANE-TL00, Huawei P20 Lite, Huawei Anne	Bell Galaxy Note Edge N915W8
Country or region available	China, Hong Kong	Canada
Brand	Huawei	Samsung
Release date	3/19/2018	11/1/2014
Depth	7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)	8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)	71.2 x 148.6 millimeters (2.8 x 5.85 in)	82.4 x 151.3 millimeters (3.24 x 5.96 in)
Weight	145 grams (5.08 ounces)	174 grams (6.09 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Display type	LTPS IPS LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	5.8" inches	5.6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~79.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~69.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2280 pixels	1440x2560 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	435 PPI	525 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
System version	Android 8.0 Oreo	Android 4.4.4 KitKat
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Chipset	64bit: HiSilicon Kirin 659 (16nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 APQ8084 Pro (28nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.36GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) 4x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.7GHz Krait 450 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	ARM Mali-T830 MP2 900Mhz	Qualcomm Adreno 420
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR3	3GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	64GB (51GB available)	32GB (25GB available) eMMC 5.0
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	300/50 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat6 850/900/1800/2100 (Bands 1,3,5,8) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)	LTE Cat4 (Bands 2, 4, 5, 12, 17)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 16 megapixels 2MP f/2.4	16 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4608x3456 pixels	4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	31mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.6" inches
Pixel size	1µm pixel	1.12µm pixel
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Front camera (secondary)	24 megapixels	3.7 megapixels
Front camera resolution	5632x4224 pixels	2560x1440 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	2K UHD (2560x1440)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	f/1.9 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, WMV	MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector	MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL-3
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	4.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gesture Gyroscope Humidity Proximity sensor SpO2 Temperature UV radiation
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3000 mAh	3000 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	18W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	17 hours	18 hours
Standby	454 hours (18.9 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Gold, Sakura Pink, Klein Blue • USB OTG On-The-Go • Aluminum frame • 2.5D curved glass back • EMUI 8.0 • Fast battery charging 9V/2A • VoLTE	• Colors: Black, White • Samsung TouchWiz UX • S Pen stylus • S-Voice natural language • Dropbox 50GB • Samsung Gear S compatible • ANT+ support
☢️ Radiation rate
	Huawei Nova 3e (64GB)	Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915W8)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.16W/kg (head), 1.1W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.109W/kg (head), 0.329W/kg (body)