Overall Score
52.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8614)52.3
Performance(#12115)51.3
Camera(#7287)42.0
Display(#7724)64.3
Battery(#8689)43.5
Build(#7040)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei Ascend Y520
Short Review
- The Huawei Ascend Y520 features a compact design with dimensions of 134.2 x 67 x 10.2 mm and a weight of 150g, available in black, white, blue, and pink.
- Its 4.5-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi, suitable for basic tasks but lacking HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6572 chipset with a dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 4GB of RAM, which is adequate for light usage.
- The Mali-400 GPU handles graphics, although the overall performance may struggle with demanding applications.
- The rear camera is a 5 MP unit with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- Battery capacity stands at 1750 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- The device runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat), providing a basic user experience without the latest features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers is noted, but it does include a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Ascend Y520 is a basic smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.5"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6572 (28 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1750 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1750 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions134.2 x 67 x 10.2 mm (5.28 x 2.64 x 0.40 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Blue, Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes