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Huawei Y9 Prime (2019)#3709

Released: 2019, August 05

Huawei Y9 Prime (2019)

Overall Score

58.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3709)58.0
Performance(#3368)62.5
Camera(#3058)43.3
Display(#5039)70.5
Battery(#8722)43.5
Build(#1378)77.8

Comparisons Featuring Huawei Y9 Prime (2019)

Short Review

  • The Huawei Y9 Prime (2019) features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 163.5 x 77.3 x 8.9 mm and weighing 196.8g.
  • It boasts a 6.59-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing a sharp viewing experience at approximately 391 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Kirin 710F chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and app usage.
  • The camera system includes a versatile triple rear setup with a 16 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 16 MP front camera delivers decent selfies.
  • A 4000mAh battery supports all-day usage, though it lacks fast or wireless charging features.
  • The device runs on Android 9.0 (Pie) with an upgrade option to Android 10 and Magic UI 2.1, providing a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The absence of stereo speakers is noted, but a headphone jack is included for wired audio.
  • Available in Emerald Green, Midnight Black, and Sapphire Blue, the Y9 Prime combines functionality with aesthetic appeal.
  • Overall, it offers a balanced performance for everyday tasks and multimedia consumption.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019, August 05
Announced2019, August 01
DescriptionVersions: STK-L21; STK-L22; STK-LX3

Display

Size6.59"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~391 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetKirin 710F (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G51 MP4
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, 13mm (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera DetailsMotorized pop-up 16 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

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

Build & Design

Dimensions163.5 x 77.3 x 8.9 mm (6.44 x 3.04 x 0.35 in)
Weight196.8 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsEmerald Green, Midnight Black, Sapphire Blue
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Magic UI 2.1
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Magic UI 2.1

Security

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes