Overall Score
36.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#4057)36.5
Performance(#4700)56.1
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#1072)77.8
Connectivity(#4613)47.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Huawei Y7
Short Review
- The Huawei Y7 features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 153.6 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm and weighing 165g.
- It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and 2GB of RAM, which handles basic tasks adequately.
- The camera system includes a 12 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording and an 8 MP front camera for selfies.
- A robust 4000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, though it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 7.0 with EMUI 5.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone also includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- It is available in Grey/Prestige and Gold/Silver color options.
- Overall, the Huawei Y7 is a solid choice for users seeking a reliable smartphone with essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Nova Lite+, Huawei Ascend XT2 (AT&T)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/2.2, 1/2.9", 1.25µm, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153.6 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm (6.05 x 3.01 x 0.33 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsGrey/Prestige, Gold/Silver
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMSingle SIM or Hybrid Dual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetoothv4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5.1
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass