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Huawei Y6 (2018)#5783

Released: 2018

Huawei Y6 (2018)

Overall Score

54.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5783)54.6
Performance(#9347)54.3
Camera(#4390)42.4
Display(#5006)70.5
Battery(#8676)43.5
Build(#7030)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Huawei Y6 (2018)

Short Review

  • The Huawei Y6 (2018) features a sleek design with dimensions of 152.4 x 73 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 150g, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 5.7-inch S-IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 282 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset, with a quad-core CPU running at 1.4 GHz and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, which is adequate for everyday tasks.
  • The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with PDAF, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
  • The 3000 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities, which may limit convenience.
  • Running on Android 8.0 (Oreo) with EMUI 8, the software experience is straightforward but may feel dated compared to newer versions.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, though it does not support 5G.
  • The device is available in Black, Gold, and Blue, offering a choice of colors.
  • It includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the Huawei Y6 (2018) is a functional device with essential features for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.7"
TypeS-IPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 308
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions152.4 x 73 x 7.8 mm (6.00 x 2.87 x 0.31 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold, Blue
Foldable

Connectivity

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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes