Huawei announced the launch of the P8 Lite smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the Huawei P8 Lite phone with 5 inches display, HiSilicon Kirin 620 chipset, 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage.
The Huawei P8 Lite comes with Android OS v5.0.2 (Lollipop) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 2200 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5 inches phone comes with IPS display (720 x 1280 px). The IPS display provides enhanced features, such as optimal viewing angles, color accuracy, invariable color reproduction and better power consumption.
Huawei P8 Lite specifications
| Brand | Huawei |
|---|---|
| Name | P8 Lite |
| Model | P8L |
| Release date | 2015 |
Body
The weight of Huawei P8 Lite is about 4.62 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Huawei phone are average (5.63 x 2.78 x 0.3 inches).
| Weight | 4.62 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.63 x 2.78 x 0.3 inches |
| Colors | black, gold, white |
| SIM type | Nano SIM, Micro SIM |
System
The Huawei P8 Lite comes with Android OS v5.0.2 (Lollipop) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v5.0.2 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| SoC | HiSilicon Kirin 620 |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-450 MP4 |
Display
The size of P8 Lite screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5 inches IPS display of Huawei P8 Lite with 720 x 1280 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 5 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Huawei P8 Lite (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 P8 Lite 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 P8 Lite supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. 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 P8 Lite comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The P8 Lite phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| 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 | yes |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Headphone | 3.5 mm jack |
Battery
The Li-Ion 2200 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 P8 Lite isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Ion 2200 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 comes with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Dual SIM capability of Huawei P8 Lite 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, 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 P8 Lite, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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