| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $130.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global $ 489.00 / € 207.16 / £ 188.99 | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
|
| Launch | Announced | 2014, December. Released 2014, December |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 116.5 x 60.6 x 12.3 mm (4.59 x 2.39 x 0.48 in) |
| Weight | 130 g (4.59 oz) | |
| SIM | Single SIM (Mini-SIM) or Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~51.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6572M (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | Mali-400 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 4GB 512MB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 480p | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 0.64µm |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM Radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 1350 mAh, removable |
| Charging | 30W wired | |
| Stand-by | Up to 225 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White |
| Models | Y221-U22, Y221-U12 | |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Huawei Ascend Y221
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
In real-world daily practice, the Huawei Ascend Y221 immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within Huawei's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant responsive IPS LCD measuring 3.5 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Mediatek MT6572M (28 nm). Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 2MP primary sensor—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 1350mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Huawei Ascend Y221 strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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