Huawei announced the launch of the G8 smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the Huawei G8 phone with 5.5 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The Huawei G8 comes with Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.5 inches phone comes with a high resolution IPS display (1080 x 1920 px).
Huawei G8 specifications
| Brand | Huawei |
|---|---|
| Name | G8 |
| Model | G8 |
| Release date | 2015 |
Body
The weight of Huawei G8 is about 5.89 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Huawei phone are average (5.98 x 3.01 x 0.3 inches).
| Weight | 5.89 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.98 x 3.01 x 0.3 inches |
| Colors | black, gold, white |
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The Huawei G8 comes with Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software.
| OS version | Android OS v5.1 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53, quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 405 |
Display
The size of G8 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.5 inches phone comes with IPS display. The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption. The 5.5 inches IPS display of Huawei G8 with 1080 x 1920 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.5 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Huawei G8 (2 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (16 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 2 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 16 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the G8 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus.
| Selfie camera | 5 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 13 MP, 4160 x 3120 px, autofocus |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Connectivity
The Huawei G8 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The G8 phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | v4.0, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | no |
| FM radio | no |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of G8 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. This Huawei phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The G8 phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The Dual SIM capability of Huawei G8 phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone doesn't support fast charging technology.
| Sensors | accelerometer, compass, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Dual SIM |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Huawei G8, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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