Overall Score
23.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#6380)23.9
Performance(#6087)44.4
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#5998)54.4
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5001)45.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Huawei Ascend Y550
Short Review
- The Huawei Ascend Y550 features a compact design with dimensions of 133 x 68 x 9.5 mm and a weight of 153 grams, making it easy to handle.
- Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 4GB of RAM, providing satisfactory multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The 2000 mAh battery supports standard charging and lacks wireless capabilities, which may limit usage time.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 with EMUI 2.3, the software experience is relatively dated but functional for essential applications.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in black and white, but lacks water resistance features.
- Overall, the Ascend Y550 provides basic functionality with modest specifications suitable for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions133 x 68 x 9.5 mm (5.24 x 2.68 x 0.37 in)
Weight153 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
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