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Huawei Y7 Prime#3499

Released: 2017

Huawei Y7 Prime

Overall Score

58.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3499)58.4
Performance(#4614)60.3
Camera(#4927)42.4
Display(#5071)70.5
Battery(#3384)51.0
Build(#512)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Huawei Y7 Prime

Short Review

  • The Huawei Y7 Prime features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 153.6 x 76.4 x 8.4 mm and weighing 165g.
  • Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers 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 3GB of RAM, allowing for smooth multitasking and app usage.
  • The rear camera is a 12 MP shooter with f/2.2 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 8 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
  • A robust 4000 mAh battery ensures extended usage, although it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • The device runs on Android 7.0 Nougat 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 or NFC.
  • The phone is available in multiple colors, including Gray and Aurora Blue.
  • Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to traditional audio preferences.
  • Overall, the Huawei Y7 Prime combines solid build quality with reliable performance and essential features.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: Y7 Prime (Global); Holly 4 Plus (India); Enjoy 7 Plus (China)

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/2.2, 1/2.9", 1.25µm, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

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
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray, Silver, Prestige Gold, Black, Aurora Blue
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5.1
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5.1

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes