The Huawei Ascend Y221, released in December 2014, marked Huawei’s effort to deliver a compact and affordable smartphone for entry-level users. Featuring a 3.5-inch display, dual-core processor, and Android 4.4 KitKat, it provided a simple and efficient experience for calls, texts, and light app usage.
With its lightweight design, removable battery, and dual SIM support, the Huawei Ascend Y221 catered to users seeking functionality over flashiness. Despite its modest hardware, it became a dependable choice for those new to smartphones or needing a reliable backup device.
Huawei Ascend Y221 Full Phone Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA |
| Launch | Announced December 2014; Released December 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body Dimensions | 116.5 x 60.6 x 12.3 mm |
| Weight | 130 g |
| SIM | Single SIM (Mini-SIM) or Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Display Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Display Size | 3.5 inches (~51.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density) |
| Operating System | Android 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6572M (28 nm) |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| Memory | 4GB 512MB RAM |
| Card Slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Main Camera | 2 MP |
| Video Recording | 480p |
| Selfie Camera | No |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0 |
| Positioning | No |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion 1350 mAh, removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 225 h |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h |
| Colors | Black, White |
| Models | Y221-U22, Y221-U12 |
| Price | About 130 EUR |
