Overall Score
53.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7086)53.8
Performance(#9381)54.3
Camera(#7298)42.0
Display(#6895)67.3
Battery(#8749)43.5
Build(#7077)70.8
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions133 x 68 x 9.5 mm (5.24 x 2.68 x 0.37 in)
Weight153 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), EMUI 2.3
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), EMUI 2.3
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes