The Huawei Y7 (2018) was launched in April 2018 as a budget-friendly smartphone designed for everyday use. Positioned slightly below the Y7 Prime (2018), it targeted entry-level buyers who wanted a stylish device with essential features without overspending. With its slim 7.8mm thickness and lightweight 155g build, the phone was portable yet offered a large 5.99-inch display, giving users a modern experience on a budget.
Running on Android 8.0 Oreo with Huawei’s EMUI 8 skin, the device delivered a smooth user interface and custom Huawei optimizations. Its combination of Snapdragon 430 chipset, 2GB RAM, and 16GB storage (expandable via microSD) made it a dependable choice for basic tasks such as calling, browsing, social media, and light gaming.
Huawei Y7 (2018) Full Phone Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Phone |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Launch | Announced March 2018, Released April 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body Dimensions | 158.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm (6.23 x 3.02 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 155 g (5.47 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Single Nano-SIM or Dual Nano-SIM |
| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 5.99 inches, 92.6 cm² (~76.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 505 |
| Memory Options | 16GB 2GB RAM, microSDXC (dedicated slot), eMMC 5.1 |
| Main Camera | Single: 13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF |
| Camera Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video Recording | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie Camera | 8 MP with 1080p video |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Comms | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, GLONASS, FM radio, microUSB 2.0 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable |
| Colors | Black, Gold, Blue |
| Models | LDN-L01, LDN-LX3 |
| Price at Launch | About 150 EUR |
