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Huawei Ascend Y100#7261

Released: 2012

Huawei Ascend Y100

Overall Score

19.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7261)19.7
Performance(#4519)57.4
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#7882)32.3
Battery(#8761)11.2
Build(#4123)14.6
Connectivity(#7758)25.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Huawei Ascend Y100 features a compact design with dimensions of 106.5 x 56 x 10.9 mm and a weight of 100g, making it lightweight and portable.
  • Its 2.8-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 143 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 chipset, an 800 MHz Cortex-A5 CPU, and 256MB of RAM, providing limited multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera is 3.15 MP, capable of recording video at 480p@30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
  • The battery capacity is 1050 mAh, which supports basic usage but lacks fast charging or wireless capabilities.
  • Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), the software experience is quite outdated compared to modern standards.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is available in black and white colors, but lacks water resistance.
  • Overall, the Huawei Ascend Y100 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for minimal use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Ascend Y100 U8185

Display

Size2.8"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1
CPU800 MHz Cortex-A5
GPUAdreno 200
Memory256MB RAM, 512MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera3.15 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1050 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1050 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions106.5 x 56 x 10.9 mm (4.19 x 2.20 x 0.43 in)
Weight100 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SAR0.99 W/kg (head)     1.23 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass