Huawei Ascend Y221
$49
Overview
Huawei Ascend Y221 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 3.5-inch TFT, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 2 main camera, and 1350 mAh battery.
Priced at $49, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Ascend Y221
The display of Huawei Ascend Y221 measures 3.5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 320x480 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Ascend Y221 features 1 rear cameras: 2 main. Video recording supports up to 480p.
The battery of Huawei Ascend Y221 has 1350mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Ascend Y221 is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with Mali-400 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 25000.
The memory of Huawei Ascend Y221 offers 2GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 512MB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei Ascend Y221 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 3.0.
The build of Huawei Ascend Y221 weighs 130.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 116.5 x 60.6 x 12.3 mm.
The software of Huawei Ascend Y221 runs Android 4.4 (KitKat) with Emotion UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Ascend Y221
Huawei Ascend Y221 has a 2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Ascend Y221 with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Ascend Y221 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Huawei Ascend Y221 has a 1350mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Huawei Ascend Y221 at $49 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Ascend Y221 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Huawei Ascend Y221 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Ascend Y221 has a 3.5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Huawei Ascend Y221 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
3.5"
Main Camera
2
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 (single or dual SIM) |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $99 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 116.5 x 60.6 x 12.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 130.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 3.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 320x480 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 51.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 25000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 2 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 3.2mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5" |
| Aperture | f/2.3 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 3.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1350 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Emotion UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!