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Huawei Y7 Prime#3940

Released: 2017

Huawei Y7 Prime

Overall Score

37.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3940)37.4
Performance(#4211)60.5
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#1072)77.8
Connectivity(#4332)49.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

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
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, 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
ColorsGray, Silver, Prestige Gold, Black, Aurora Blue
Foldable
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5.1
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass