The Huawei Y5 2019 is the latest entry-level smartphone from Huawei to launch in Kenya. This is the successor to the Y5 Prime 2018 that we saw last year and is finally available in Kenya. The company has been teasing the Y5 2019 for a couple of weeks now and those who have been waiting for it will be happy to know that it is available in retail stores. The phone is available through online stores like Jumia and through most mobile retail stores across the country.
Like all the other Y series devices from Huawei, the Y5 2019 is made for younger customers and this one is perfect for those looking for their first smartphone or those who want a good and reliable phone without breaking the bank.
Below are some of the key specifications of the Huawei Y5 2019
Huawei Y5 2019 Specifications
| Specs | Huawei Y5 2019 Specifications | |
| Body | Dimensions | 147.1 x 70.8 x 8.45 mm |
| Weight | 146 g | |
| SIM | Dual SIM | |
| Display | Size | 5.71 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1520 pixels | |
| Platform | Operating System | Android 9.0 Pie, EMUI 9 |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 | |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | |
| Storage | Internal space | 2 GB RAM, 32 GB storage |
| MicroSD card Slot | Yes, up to 512GB | |
| Camera | Rear Facing Camera | 13 MP |
| Video Recording | Yes, up to 1080p@30fps | |
| Front facing camera | 5 MP | |
| Connectivity | Cellular Data | 2G, 3G, 4G, Dual 4G VoLTE |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | |
| Battery | 3020 mAh non-removable battery | |
| Available colors | Modern Black, Sapphire Blue, Amber Brown | |
| Price | Ksh 11,499 |
From the specifications above, you can see that Huawei has changed a few things when you compare this phone to the Y5 from last year. I will be using this phone for the next few weeks and expect a full review then.
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