TP-Link just announced the Neffos C7 Lite smartphone that is based on Android GO! They also revealed details of the upcoming Neffos X20 and X20 Pro smartphones. Here are the full details!
The Neffos C7 Lite Android GO Smartphone
The Neffos C7 Lite is their latest Android GO-based smartphone after the C5 Plus and it comes loaded with many new features like:
4G LTE baseband chip for fast wireless internet
Anti-electromagnetic interference design
High-standard antenna structure
5.45 inch Full View Display
Tall 18:9 aspect ratio
Compact size for one-handed use
Contoured display glass and rounded sides allow for easier handling
Optimized earpiece speaker and mic for call quality
Opens apps 15% faster
Core apps with less space in the built-in storage
16 GB memory
Memory-card slot that handles cards up to 128 GB of storage
8 megapixel camera with autofocus on the back
5 megapixel front-facing option for selfies
Beautification Mode for covering imperfections
Selfie Flash feature
The Neffos C7 Lite is scheduled to be launched in Malaysia by early May 2019.
Coming Up : Neffos X20 + X20 Pro
TP-Link also revealed that the new NeffosX20 and X20 Pro smartphones which they will launch in June 2019, will be the first smartphones to use their custom NFUI 9.0 operating system.
NFUI 9.0, which is based on Android 9.0 Pie, will offer new features such as:
Improved Bokeh Portrait (available on both rear and front cameras)
AI Beauty mode for better selfies
Scene Recognition (camera detects up to 17 different scenes and objects)
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TP-Link just launched the new Neffos X9 smartphone, which is being targeted squarely at the Huawei nova 2 lite. Let’s compare them both and see which is the better deal!
Neffos X9 vs Huawei nova 2 lite
The Neffos X9 (Price Check) and Huawei nova 2 lite (Price Check) are both mid-range smartphones with 5.99-inch displays, and a dual-lens main camera. But are they really that similar? Let’s take a closer look…
Display : Neffos X9
Both the Neffos X9 (Price Check) and the Huawei nova 2 lite (Price Check) come with a 5.99-inch FullView IPS display, with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, and a pixel density of 259 pixels per inch.
But the Neffos X9’s display has two additional advantages :
it can dim to just 2 nits, allowing you to read and watch movies with minimal glare in the dark.
it has an Eye Protection Mode that reduces blue light emission by up to 89%, reducing eyestrain in low light conditions.
Performance : Tie
The Neffos X9 (Price Check) runs on the MediaTek MT6750, while the Huawei nova 2 lite (Price Check) uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430.
They both have octa-core ARM Cortex-A53 processors of roughly the same performance.
Memory + Storage : Tie
Both the Neffos X9 (Price Check) and the Huawei nova 2 lite (Price Check) come with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage. They also have the option of adding a microSD card for extra storage.
Front Camera : Tie
Both devices have an 8 MP front camera with flash support.
The Neffos X9 (Price Check) features a soft light flash, which prevents harsh lights and creates more natural-looking selfies.
The Huawei nova 2 lite (Price Check), on the other hand, has a flash that automatically adjusts the brightness level according to the ambient light.
Main Camera : Neffos X9
Both Neffos X9 and Huawei nova 2 lite feature a high-resolution camera with a depth sensor that allows for more accurate bokeh effects. But the Neffos X9’s main camera is superior in many aspects :
Its faster f/2.0 lens allows for better low-light performance
Its higher resolution 5 MP depth sensor is better at depth-sensing
Its dual-tone LED flash delivers more natural skin tones
Wireless Connectivity : Neffos X9
Both Neffos X9 (Price Check) and Huawei nova 2 lite (Price Check) support the WiFi-N standard. However, the Neffos X9 has a key advantage – it supports dual band connectivity on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. This is important for two reasons :
the 2.4 GHz has a longer range and better penetrates walls, but is prone to interference from nearby devices, like microwave machines, cordless phones and baby monitors.
The 5 GHz band has a shorter range, but offers much better transfer speeds.
Wireless performance is also greatly improved when data can be transferred over both bands, instead of just one band. So there is no doubt that the X9 is the clear winner in this aspect.
Price : Neffos X9
With its superior set of features, you may expect the Neffos X9 to be more expensive. Surprisingly, it is actually CHEAPER than the Huawei nova 2i lite.
The Neffos X9 (Price Check) is only priced at RM 599 / ~US$ 149, while the nova 2i lite costs RM 659 / ~US$ 165.
WiFi : 802.11a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz only)
Bluetooth : BT 4.1
Fingerprint Sensor
Yes, Rear-Mounted
Yes, Rear-Mounted
Other Sensors
Accelerometer, Compass, Ambient Light, Proximity
Accelerometer, Compass, Ambient Light, Proximity
Battery
3,060 mAh lithium-ion
3,000 mAh lithium-ion
Dimensions
76.3 mm wide
159.4 mm tall
7.85 mm thick
76.7 mm wide
158.3 mm tall
7.8 mm thick
Weight
168 g
155 g
Availble Colours
Space Black / Moonlight Silver
Black / Blue / Gold
Price
RM 599 / ~US$ 149
RM 659 / ~US$ 165
Our Verdict : Neffos X9 Is The Obvious Choice
Both the Neffos X9 and the Huawei nova 2 lite are very compelling devices. They are highly-affordable, and yet, offer a ton of features with performance levels unheard of only a few years ago.
Yet, if you have to choose between the two, the Neffos X9 (Price Check) would be the obvious choice. Not only does it offer a superior set of features, it is actually cheaper. Hard to beat such a combination!
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