Huawei Ascend Y
#7276
Huawei U8230
#8741Category Breakdown
Huawei Ascend Y
Huawei U8230
Performance
56.643.3
Camera
39.62.5
Display
16.033.2
Battery
14.015.2
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
23.420.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.714.3
Summary
- The Huawei Ascend Y features a slightly more modern design compared to the older Huawei U8230, with both devices sharing a 3.5-inch TFT display at the same resolution of 320 x 480 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Ascend Y has a faster CPU at 800 MHz versus the U8230's 528 MHz, although both have 256MB of RAM.
- The camera specifications are similar, with both offering a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the U8230 includes autofocus.
- The Ascend Y has a smaller 1400 mAh battery compared to the U8230's 1500 mAh, which may affect longevity.
- Software-wise, the Ascend Y runs on a newer Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) compared to the U8230's Android 2.1 (Eclair), potentially offering a better user experience.
- Overall, while both devices have similar display and camera specs, the Ascend Y provides improved performance and software.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Huawei Ascend Y
Huawei U8230
General
Release Date
2012
2009
Announced
2012
2009
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
3.5"
3.5"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7625A Snapdragon S1
Qualcomm MSM7200A
CPU
800 MHz Cortex-A5
528 MHz ARM 11
GPU
Adreno 200
Adreno 130
Memory
256MB RAM, 120MB
256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
N/A
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1400 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
116.8 x 61 x 11.7 mm (4.60 x 2.40 x 0.46 in)
117 x 63 x 14 mm (4.61 x 2.48 x 0.55 in)
Weight
125 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
White, Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
CDMA / EVDO
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
2.0, A2DP (headset support only)
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
No
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Android 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer