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Huawei Ascend Y600#8616

Released: 2014

Huawei Ascend Y600

Overall Score

52.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8616)52.3
Performance(#12120)51.3
Camera(#7293)42.0
Display(#7727)64.3
Battery(#8730)43.5
Build(#7063)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Huawei Ascend Y600

Short Review

  • The Huawei Ascend Y600 features a simple design with dimensions of 144.5 x 74.5 x 10.8 mm and a weight of 180g, available in black and white.
  • Its 5.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 196 ppi, which may appear less sharp compared to modern standards.
  • Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6572 chipset with a dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 4GB of RAM, providing basic functionality for everyday tasks.
  • The Mali-400 GPU supports light gaming and multimedia, though it may struggle with more demanding applications.
  • The rear camera has a 5 MP sensor capable of video recording, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2100 mAh, which may require frequent charging given the device's specifications.
  • The software runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), which is outdated compared to current operating systems.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The device does not feature water resistance or stereo speakers, but it does include a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Ascend Y600 is a basic smartphone suitable for users with minimal requirements.

Specifications

General

Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 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
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions144.5 x 74.5 x 10.8 mm (5.69 x 2.93 x 0.43 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes