| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $330.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 120 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2015, July. Released 2015, October |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 152 x 76.5 x 7.5 mm (5.98 x 3.01 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 167 (5.89 oz) | |
| SIM | Hybrid Dual SIM | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~71.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | Adreno 405 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 4.5 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), AF, OIS |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide) |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White, Gold |
| Models | RIO-AL00, RIO-L23 | |
| Price | About 330 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
Basemark OS II 2.0: 291 Basemark X: 5147 |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1034 (nominal), 2.47(sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 72dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 71h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Huawei G8
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
- Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED
In real-world daily practice, the Huawei G8 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 5.5 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 Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (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 13MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 3000mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Huawei G8 strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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