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Huawei Ascend W2 Specifications
Huawei
Released 2013, Nov 15
Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
- 160g, 9.9mm thickness
- Microsoft Windows Phone 8
- 8GB storage, microSDHC
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 3 | — |
| Display | 5.1 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.3"
480x800 pixels
5MP
720p
512MB RAM
Snapdragon 400
1700mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA |
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Launch
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Announced | 2013, November. Released 2013, December |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 134 x 67 x 9.9 mm (5.28 x 2.64 x 0.39 in) |
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| Weight | 160 g (5.64 oz) | |
| SIM | Yes |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 4.3 inches, 52.6 cm2 (~58.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Microsoft Windows Phone 8 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.4 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB 512MB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 4.5 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP |
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| Video | 720p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
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| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 1700 mAh, removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 395 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h 30 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, Blue, Red, Yellow |
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| SAR EU | 0.69 W/kg (head) 0.58 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 150 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Huawei Ascend W2 worth buying in 2026?
Huawei Ascend W2 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Huawei Ascend W2?
Huawei Ascend W2 has a 1,700 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Huawei Ascend W2 have?
Huawei Ascend W2 features a 4.30-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Huawei Ascend W2?
Genze rates Huawei Ascend W2 4.3/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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