Side-by-side technical data
Blackview Wave 8C vs Blackview Wave 9C
Comparison between Blackview Wave 8C and Blackview Wave 9C: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Blackview.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Blackview Wave 9C is the stronger choice for performance and storage: it doubles the Wave 8C's RAM and storage and posts the higher AnTuTu result. The Wave 8C, however, is better protected against drops and lasts longer per cycle according to the EU energy label.
The Wave 9C pairs a Unisoc Tiger T603 with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage; the Wave 8C has a Unisoc SC9863A, 2 GB, and 64 GB. Both have 6.56″ screens, but the Wave 9C reaches 600 nits versus 450 nits and has Mohs hardness 7 versus 5. The Wave 8C is thinner at 8.8 mm versus 9.2 mm.
Both pack 5000 mAh batteries, but the Wave 8C is rated for 71 h 45 min per cycle versus 49 h for the Wave 9C; charging is 5 W versus 10 W. NFC and stereo speakers are exclusive to the Wave 9C. The Wave 8C leads on drop resistance, with class A and 270 tests versus the Wave 9C's class C and 108 tests.
Blackview Wave 8C
The Blackview Wave 8C suits buyers who prioritize drop resistance: class A and 270 tests, versus class C and 108 for the Wave 9C.
Blackview Wave 9C
The Blackview Wave 9C is the better buy for performance and storage, with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.
The verdict
Your pick: Blackview Wave 9C, ahead on Performance & hardware, Camera and Connectivity.
| Category | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 1.8 | 2.4 |
| Camera | 1.7 | 2.6 |
| Connectivity | 4.2 | 4.5 |
| Battery & charging | 5.0 | 5.1 |
Which one is for you?
Blackview Wave 8C, if you care about…
- Body Thickness
- 8.8 mm
- against 9.2 mm
- Drop Resistance Class
- A
- against C
- Drop Test Count
- 270
- against 108
- Battery Efficiency Rating
- A
- against B
Blackview Wave 9C, if you care about…
- AnTuTu Score
- 211,000
- against 149,800
- RAM Capacity
- 4 GB
- against 2 GB
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 128 GB
- against 64 GB
- Peak Display Brightness
- 600 nits
- against 450 nits
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc SC9863A | Unisoc Tiger T603 |
| Processor Process Size | 28 nm | 22 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | PowerVR GE8322 | PowerVR GE8322 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.8 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 149,800 | 211,000 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 164 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 725 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.6 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.2 GHz | Octa-core CPU with Cortex-A75 and Cortex-A55 cores |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Purple, Blue, Black | Black, Blue |
| Body Thickness | 8.8 mm Best value | 9.2 mm |
| Body Width | 75.2 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Body Height | 163.2 mm | 163.6 mm |
| Weight | 193 g | 191.8 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 84.2 % Best value | 83.4 % |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP52 | IP52 |
| Drop Resistance Class | A Best value | C |
| Repairability Class | B | B |
| Drop Test Count | 270 Best value | 108 |
Battery
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | A Best value | B |
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 5 W | 10 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging, Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable |
| Battery Endurance | 71 h 45 min Best value | 49 h |
| Charge cycles | 1,100 Best value | 800 |
Display
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Peak Display Brightness | 450 nits | 600 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.56″ | 6.56″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,612 px | 1,612 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 269 ppi | 269 ppi |
| Display Features | Mohs Level 5, Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, IPS LCD | Mohs Level 7, Water Drop Notch, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch |
Sensor
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Fingerprint Sensor | Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor, Fingerprint Sensor |
Software
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 | 15 Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
Connectivity
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Hotspot | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Type-C, 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, NFC, USB 2.0 |
| USB Version | USB Type-C | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 300 Mbps | 300 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 150 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Wave 8C | Wave 9C |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, Loudspeaker | A2DP, Stereo Speakers Best value |
