Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3930)57.3
Performance(#4594)60.3
Camera(#3355)42.5
Display(#4997)70.5
Battery(#8659)43.5
Build(#485)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei P20 lite
Short Review
- The Huawei P20 lite features a sleek design with glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 148.6 x 71.2 x 7.4 mm and weighing 145g.
- Its 5.84-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 432 ppi.
- Powered by the Kirin 659 chipset, it boasts an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP rear camera with a depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, and a 16 MP front camera for selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.0 with EMUI 9.0, it is upgradable to Android 9.0.
- Connectivity options include NFC, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in Klein Blue, Sakura Pink, and Midnight Black.
- It does not feature HDR support or stereo speakers, but it includes a headphone jack.
- Overall, the P20 lite combines a stylish design with competent specifications for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, March 26
Announced2018, March 20
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Nova 3e (China, Malaysia, Hong Kong)Versions: ANE-LX1, ANE-LX2 (Global); ANE-LX3, ANE-LX2J (LATAM, South Africa, Brazil, Canada); ANE-AL00 (India, China, Hong Kong); ANE-TL00 (China, Hong Kong)
Display
Size5.84"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~432 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 659 (16 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.36 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T830 MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.12µm24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm (AL00 for India; TL00 for China)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions148.6 x 71.2 x 7.4 mm (5.85 x 2.80 x 0.29 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsKlein Blue, Sakura Pink, Midnight Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (LX2/LX3) or a/b/g/n/ac (LX1/LX2J), Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.0
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro (except LX2, AL00), proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes