Huawei Ascend Y540
$60
Overview
Huawei Ascend Y540 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 4.5-inch TFT, Mediatek chipset, 5 main camera, and 1950 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Ascend Y540
The display of Huawei Ascend Y540 measures 4.5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x854 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Ascend Y540 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Huawei Ascend Y540 has 1950mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Ascend Y540 is powered by the Mediatek chipset with Mali-400 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of Huawei Ascend Y540 offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 4GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei Ascend Y540 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Huawei Ascend Y540 with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 134.2 x 67 x 10.3 mm.
The software of Huawei Ascend Y540 runs Android 4.4 (KitKat) with Emotion UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Ascend Y540
Huawei Ascend Y540 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Ascend Y540 with Mediatek can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Ascend Y540 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Ascend Y540 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Huawei Ascend Y540 has a 1950mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Huawei Ascend Y540 at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Ascend Y540 supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Huawei Ascend Y540 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Ascend Y540 has a 4.5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Huawei Ascend Y540 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
4.5"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
Mediatek
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 134.2 x 67 x 10.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | N/A |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 4.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x854 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:8 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 189 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 62.1 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6582 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 3.2mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/6-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1950 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4 (KitKat) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Emotion UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!