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Huawei P9 lite phone review — specs and Genze score

Huawei P9 lite Specifications

Also known as Huawei G9 Lite, Honor 8 Smart (India)

Huawei

Released 2016, Apr 20

2 / 3 GB RAM · Kirin 650 (16 nm)

  • 147g, 7.5mm thickness
  • Android 6.0, up to 7.0, EMUI 4.1
  • 16GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 5.9
Display 4.7
Performance 4.1
Camera 3.9
Body 5.6
Gaming 4.4
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
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Genze total: 4.6/10

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Quick specifications

5.2"

1080x1920 pixels

13MP

1080p

2/3GB RAM

Kirin 650

3000mAh

Score breakdown

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4.6 /10
Performance 4.1/10
Battery 5.9/10
Display 4.7/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 4.4/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.00 GHz BT 4.1 2016

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 20
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, April 20. Released 2016, May 15
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 146.8 x 72.6 x 7.5 mm (5.78 x 2.86 x 0.30 in)
Weight 147 g (5.19 oz)
Build Glass front, plastic back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
OS Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 4.1
Chipset Kirin 650 (16 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Mali-T830MP2
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 3GB RAM
Single 13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12??m, AF
Features LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 8 MP, f/2.0
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 24-bit/192kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes (L31, L21 only)
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Type Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Colors Black, White, Gold
Models VNS-L31, VNS-L21, VNS-L22, VNS-L23, VNS-L53, VNS-AL00, VNS-L62, VNS-L52, VNS-DL00, VNS-TL00, DIG-L22
SAR EU 1.38 W/kg (head) 1.59 W/kg (body)
Price About 210 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 1242
Basemark X: 7681
Display Contrast ratio: 1192 (nominal), 2.679 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 71dB / Ring 83dB
Audio quality Noise -97.8dB / Crosstalk -97.2dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 79h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Huawei P9 lite worth buying in 2026?

Huawei P9 lite is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Huawei P9 lite?

Huawei P9 lite has a 3,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Huawei P9 lite have?

Huawei P9 lite features a 5.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Huawei P9 lite have?

Huawei P9 lite is available with 2 / 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Huawei P9 lite?

Genze rates Huawei P9 lite 4.6/10 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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