Does the Huawei Nova 3i support the Google Play Store?

Yes, the Nova 3i was released before the US restrictions, so all Google services (Gmail, YouTube, Play Store) are officially supported and work.

Does this phone have NFC for contactless payments?

Most Nova 3i (INE-LX1) models sold in the European market lack NFC, so Google Pay payments cannot be made in stores.

What charger does the Nova 3i use?

The phone uses an older microUSB charging port, not the modern USB-C interface.

Can the storage be expanded?

Yes, the phone has a hybrid slot where you can insert a microSD card up to 256GB (in which case you cannot use the second SIM card).

Will the Nova 3i receive an Android 10 or newer update?

No, official software support ended with Android 9 (EMUI 9.1). Huawei will not provide newer versions for this model.

Does the phone have a headphone jack?

Yes, the device has a standard 3.5mm headphone jack located on the bottom edge of the phone.

Huawei Nova 3i

2018Support ended

4.1(8200) · Huawei Official, GSMArena, iFixit

Release year2018

Display6.3 inches

ChipKirin 710

RAM4GB

Camera16MP

Support ended

Kirin 710

2018Today2021

Current version

Android 9.0 (Pie)

Total support

3 years

Security patches

2021-12

Expert assessment: The device still supports Google Play services, but no more software updates are available.

Price from

70,8 € -80%

New cost was 349 €

1 in stock

Condition

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Pros and Cons

Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.

Why choose

Premium design
Large internal storage
Google services
Good display
Lightweight
Selfie camera

What to consider

Outdated microUSB
No NFC
No software support
Slow charging
Plastic frame

Specifications

Detailed Technical Info

Hardware and features in detail.

Screen size: 6.3"
Resolution: 1080 x 2340
Display type: IPS LCD
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Max brightness: 450 nits
Screen protection: Aluminosilicate glass

Display

Screen size: 6.3"
Resolution: 1080 x 2340
Display type: IPS LCD
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Max brightness: 450 nits
Screen protection: Aluminosilicate glass

Performance

Processor: Kirin 710 (12 nm)
CPU cores: Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU: Mali-G51 MP4
RAM: 4GB
AnTuTu score: 165000 (v8)

Camera

Main camera: 16 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Ultra-wide: Not available
Telephoto: Not available
Front camera: 24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm + 2 MP, depth sensor
Video: 1080p@30fps

Battery

Capacity: 3340 mAh
Charging speed: 10W wired
Wireless charging: No
Battery life: Up to 10 hours of web browsing

Connectivity

5G: No
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth: 4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR, aptX HD
NFC: No
USB: microUSB 2.0, OTG

Body & Dimensions

Dimensions: 157.6 x 75.2 x 7.6 mm
Weight: 169 g
Materials: Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water resistance: None

Condition Classes

All devices are fully tested and working.

Acceptable (C)

from 70,8 €

Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.

Model characteristics

Common issues that may occur with Huawei Nova 3i.

microUSB port wear

Moderate

Aging port type that wears out physically

Repair ~30–45€

Yellowish spots on the screen

Minor

Adhesive aging or heat damage

Repair ~60–85€

System slowdown

Minor

Software aging and filled cache

Battery swelling

Critical

Chemical aging of the lithium-ion battery

Repair ~35–50€

Greenfox check:Tested and clear

Repairs and Parts5/10 Estimated / GreenFox technical analysis

Battery Replacement

Medium

35–50€Estimated cost

The back cover is glued; battery removal requires care with ribbon cables.

Screen Replacement

Medium

60–85€Estimated cost

Screen replacement requires removal of almost all components.

Charging Port Repair

Medium

30–45€Estimated cost

The microUSB port is on a separate daughterboard, making replacement easier than soldering.

Spare parts are widely available due to the model's popularity.

Environmental Impact

Buying a used device saves valuable resources.

This is equivalent to: Charging a smartphone every day for 7 years A flight from Tallinn to Riga

CO₂ Saved

42 kg CO2e

Water Saved

9500 liters

E-Waste Avoided

169 grams

Reused

88%

Recycled

12%

Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)

Who Is This For?

This device is especially well-suited for these users.

Elderly user

A person who needs a simple phone for calls and reading news.

Affordable price
Large and clear screen
Headphone jack available

Backup phone

An ideal device for the car or work as a backup phone that needs Google apps.

Durable glass design
Sufficient memory for documents
Full Google Maps support

First phone for a child

An affordable option for a school child who wants to use social media.

Good selfie camera
Stylish appearance
Low financial risk in case of loss

tele2 Limited4G network available

telia Limited4G network available

The device does not support 5G networks. As 3G networks are shut down, call quality depends on 2G/4G capabilities.

Comparisons With Other Models

How this model differs from the competition.

UpgradevsHuawei Nova 5i

The Nova 5i offers a more modern 'punch-hole' display and USB-C port, but the Nova 3i's glass design still feels closer to premium.

Feature	Nova 3i	Nova 5i
Display design	Notch	Punch-hole
Charging port	microUSB	USB-C
Rear camera	Dual camera	Quad camera

Cross-shopvsSamsung Galaxy A7 (2018)

Samsung has a better AMOLED display, but the Nova 3i offers a more stylish gradient design and better build quality.

Feature	Nova 3i	Galaxy A7 (2018)
Display	IPS LCD	Super AMOLED
NFC	None	Available
Internal storage	128GB	64GB

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Huawei Nova 3i

Pros and Cons

Why choose

What to consider

Detailed Technical Info

Display

Performance

Camera

Battery

Connectivity

Body & Dimensions

Condition Classes

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