Huawei Ascend W1
$80
Overview
Huawei Ascend W1 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 4-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 400 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1950 mAh battery.
Priced at $80, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Ascend W1
The display of Huawei Ascend W1 measures 4 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x800 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Ascend W1 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Huawei Ascend W1 has 1950mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Ascend W1 is powered by the Snapdragon 400 chipset with Adreno 305 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of Huawei Ascend W1 offers 3GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR2 technology. Storage is 4GB 512MB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei Ascend W1 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 2.1.
The build of Huawei Ascend W1 weighs 130.0g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 124.5 x 63.7 x 10.5 mm.
The software of Huawei Ascend W1 runs Microsoft Windows Phone 8 with Windows Phone UI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Ascend W1
Huawei Ascend W1 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Ascend W1 with Snapdragon 400 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Huawei Ascend W1 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Huawei Ascend W1 has a 1950mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Huawei Ascend W1 at $80 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Ascend W1 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Huawei Ascend W1 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Ascend W1 has a 4-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Huawei Ascend W1 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
4"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Snapdragon 400
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Single SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 124.5 x 63.7 x 10.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 130.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-plastic |
| Colors | ["Blue", "red", "black", "white"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x800 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 344 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 57.4 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Scratch-resistant glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Microsoft Windows Phone 8 |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 400 |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.2 GHz Krait |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon 400 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR2 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | software |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 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 | 720p |
| 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 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
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 | 2.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 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) | 1950 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 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 | Microsoft Windows Phone 8 |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Windows Phone 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!