Overall Score
28.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#5404)28.0
Performance(#4841)55.0
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5422)21.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3103)56.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Huawei Ascend P7 Sapphire Edition
Short Review
- The Huawei Ascend P7 Sapphire Edition features a sleek design with dimensions of 139.8 x 68.8 x 6.5 mm and a lightweight build at 124 grams.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals with a pixel density of approximately 441 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Kirin 910T chipset, a quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU, and 2GB of RAM, allowing for smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps and an 8 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2500 mAh, supporting basic daily usage without fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 with EMUI 2.3, the software experience is functional but may feel dated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, though it lacks 5G support.
- The device is available in black, white, and pink colors, catering to different aesthetic preferences.
- Notably, it does not feature water resistance or stereo speakers, which may limit its appeal for some users.
- Overall, the Huawei Ascend P7 Sapphire Edition combines a stylish design with decent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionPreliminary specifications
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionSapphire crystal glass
Performance
ChipsetKirin 910T (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUMali-450MP4
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions139.8 x 68.8 x 6.5 mm (5.50 x 2.71 x 0.26 in)
Weight124 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, white, pink
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), EMUI 2.3
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass