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Huawei Y5 Prime (2018)#4370

Released: 2018

Huawei Y5 Prime (2018)

Overall Score

34.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4370)34.1
Performance(#5102)52.7
Camera(#5752)27.9
Display(#6893)41.2
Battery(#4534)25.1
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#4514)48.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Huawei Y5 Prime (2018)

Short Review

  • The Huawei Y5 Prime (2018) features a compact design with dimensions of 146.5 x 70.9 x 8.3 mm and a weight of 142g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
  • Its 5.45-inch LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 295 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6739 chipset with a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU, paired with options for 1GB or 2GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera is a 13 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
  • The battery capacity stands at 3020 mAh, without fast charging or wireless charging support.
  • Running on Android 8.1 (Oreo) with EMUI 8, the software experience is straightforward but may lack some modern features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is available in Black, Gold, and Blue colors.
  • It also includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the Huawei Y5 Prime (2018) offers essential features for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Y5 (2018), Huawei Enjoy 8e YouthVersions: DRA-LX2, DUA-LX2, DRA-L01, DUA-L21

Display

Size5.45"
TypeLCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6739 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8100
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/2.0, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3020 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions146.5 x 70.9 x 8.3 mm (5.77 x 2.79 x 0.33 in)
Weight142 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Gold, Blue
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetoothv4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), EMUI 8
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity