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Huawei Ascend Y221 Specifications
Huawei
Released 2014, Dec 15
Mediatek MT6572M (28 nm)
- 130g, 12.3mm thickness
- Android 4.4
- 4GB 512MB RAM storage, microSDHC slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.4 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.9 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
3.5"
320x480 pixels
2MP
480p
512MB RAM
MT6572M
1350mAh
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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 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 (single or dual SIM) | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 1900 (single or dual SIM) | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 2100 (dual SIM) | |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2014, December. Released 2014, December |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 116.5 x 60.6 x 12.3 mm (4.59 x 2.39 x 0.48 in) |
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| Weight | 130 g (4.59 oz) | |
| SIM | Single SIM (Mini-SIM) or Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 256K colors |
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| Size | 3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~51.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.4 (KitKat) |
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| Chipset | Mediatek MT6572M (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 4GB 512MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 2 MP |
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| Video | 480p |
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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 | No | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM Radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 1350 mAh, removable |
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| Stand-by | Up to 225 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White |
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| Models | Y221-U22, Y221-U12 | |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Huawei Ascend Y221 worth buying in 2026?
Huawei Ascend Y221 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.1/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Huawei Ascend Y221?
Huawei Ascend Y221 has a 1,350 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Huawei Ascend Y221 have?
Huawei Ascend Y221 features a 3.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Huawei Ascend Y221?
Genze rates Huawei Ascend Y221 4.1/10 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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