Overall Score
55.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5090)55.5
Performance(#7055)54.3
Camera(#3712)42.4
Display(#3504)70.5
Battery(#4815)43.5
Build(#126)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Huawei Y5 (2019)
Short Review
- The Huawei Y5 (2019) features a compact design with dimensions of 147.1 x 70.8 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 146g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- It has a 5.71-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 295 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 chipset, with a quad-core CPU clocked at 2.0 GHz and a PowerVR GE8320 GPU, supported by options of 16GB or 32GB storage paired with 2GB RAM.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with an f/1.8 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a 5 MP shooter.
- Battery capacity stands at 3020 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 9.0 (Pie) with EMUI 9.1, offering a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Midnight Black and Sapphire Blue.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Huawei Y5 (2019) presents a basic yet functional smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, April 24
Announced2019, April 24
DescriptionVersions: AMN-LX9, AMN-LX1, AMN-LX2, AMN-LX3
Display
Size5.71"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/1.8, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3020 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions147.1 x 70.8 x 8.5 mm (5.79 x 2.79 x 0.33 in)
Weight146 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight Black, Modern Black, Sapphire Blue, Amber Brown
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes