Overall Score
59.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2933)59.6
Performance(#2979)62.5
Camera(#2466)44.3
Display(#3506)70.5
Battery(#1849)58.5
Build(#10537)68.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei nova Y61
Short Review
- The Huawei nova Y61 features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.3 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 188 grams, available in Sapphire Blue, Mint Green, and Midnight Black.
- Its 6.52-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 269 ppi, although it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Performance is powered by an octa-core CPU with options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM and storage variants of 64GB or 128GB.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, complemented by a 2 MP macro and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the front camera is 5 MP.
- The 5000 mAh battery supports 22.5W charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on EMUI 12, the device does not include Google Play Services, which may affect app availability.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone also features a USB Type-C 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Huawei nova Y61 combines a solid build with decent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, November 01
Announced2022, November 01
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei nova Y62 and Huawei nova Y62 Plus
Display
Size6.52"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUOcta-core
GPUN/A
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details22.5W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.3 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.47 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight188 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSapphire Blue, Mint Green, Midnight Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemEMUI 12, no Google Play Services
OS VersionEMUI 12, no Google Play Services
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes