Huawei Ascend Y100
$50
Overview
Huawei Ascend Y100 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 2.8-inch TFT, Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 chipset, 3.15 main camera, and 1050 mAh battery.
Priced at $50, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Ascend Y100
The display of Huawei Ascend Y100 measures 2.8 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 240x320 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Ascend Y100 features 1 rear cameras: 3.15 main. Video recording supports up to 480p.
The battery of Huawei Ascend Y100 has 1050mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Ascend Y100 is powered by the Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 chipset with Adreno 200 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 1500.
The memory of Huawei Ascend Y100 offers 1GB RAM. RAM uses DDR2 technology. Storage is 256MB RAM, 512MB.
The connectivity of Huawei Ascend Y100 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 2.1.
The build of Huawei Ascend Y100 weighs 100.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 106.5 x 56 x 10.9 mm.
The software of Huawei Ascend Y100 runs Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) with Custom UI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Ascend Y100
Huawei Ascend Y100 has a 3.15 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Ascend Y100 with Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Huawei Ascend Y100 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 Y100 has a 1050mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Huawei Ascend Y100 at $50 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Ascend Y100 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Huawei Ascend Y100 has a 2.8-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Huawei Ascend Y100 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
2.8"
Main Camera
3.15
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM Standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2012 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $130 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 106.5 x 56 x 10.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 100.0 |
| 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 | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 2.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 240x320 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 200 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 40.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| 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 2.3 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 |
| CPU | 800 MHz Cortex-A5 |
| GPU | Adreno 200 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Qualcomm MDM6600 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 1500 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR2 |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 256MB RAM, 512MB |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | software |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3.15 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 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 | N/A |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Aperture | N/A |
| 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, MP3 |
| 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, A-GPS |
| 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) | 1050 |
| 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 | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Custom UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, 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!