Huawei Y6 (2017)
#4124
Huawei Y6II Compact
#4436Category Breakdown
Huawei Y6 (2017)
Huawei Y6II Compact
Performance
51.449.3
Camera
27.924.2
Display
56.556.5
Battery
24.220.4
Build
67.967.9
Connectivity
51.947.6
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
36.133.6
Summary
- The Huawei Y6 (2017) features a slightly more powerful Mediatek MT6737T chipset compared to the Y6II Compact's MT6735, providing better overall performance with a higher CPU clock speed of 1.4 GHz versus 1.3 GHz.
- Both models have a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with the same resolution and pixel density.
- In terms of camera capabilities, both phones have a 13 MP rear camera, but the Y6 (2017) supports 1080p video recording, while the Y6II Compact is limited to 720p.
- The Y6 (2017) also has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the 2200 mAh in the Y6II Compact, offering longer usage time.
- Both devices run on Android, but the Y6 (2017) comes with a newer version, EMUI 4.1, compared to EMUI 3.1 on the Y6II Compact.
- Build quality is similar, with both featuring a glass front and plastic back, but the Y6II Compact is slightly lighter at 140g versus 150g for the Y6 (2017).
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Huawei Y6 (2017)
Huawei Y6II Compact
General
Release Date
2017
2016
Announced
2017
2016
Description
Versions: MYA-L03/L23, L02/L22; Honor 6 Play MYA-AL10/TL10 (China)Also known as Huawei Nova Young
N/A
Display
Size
5"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6737T (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6735 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-T720MP2
Mali-T720MP2
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
720p
720p
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2200 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Po 2200 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
143.8 x 72 x 8.4 mm (5.66 x 2.83 x 0.33 in)
143.8 x 72 x 8.9 mm (5.66 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)
Weight
150 g
140 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
White, Gold, Gray
Black, White, Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, LE
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1
Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass