Huawei P10 Lite
$150
Overview
Huawei P10 Lite is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 658 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei P10 Lite
The display of Huawei P10 Lite measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Huawei P10 Lite features 1 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Huawei P10 Lite has 3000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei P10 Lite is powered by the Kirin 658 chipset with Mali-T830 MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 800 single-core and 3200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 60000.
The memory of Huawei P10 Lite offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Huawei P10 Lite includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct (Western Europe, Korea);; Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct (ROW), and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Huawei P10 Lite weighs 146.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 146.5 x 72 x 7.2 mm.
The software of Huawei P10 Lite runs Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei P10 Lite
Huawei P10 Lite has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei P10 Lite with Kirin 658 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei P10 Lite receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Huawei P10 Lite has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Huawei P10 Lite at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei P10 Lite supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Huawei P10 Lite is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei P10 Lite has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Huawei P10 Lite 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
5.2"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Kirin 658
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $300 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 146.5 x 72 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 146.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Pearl White", "Graphite Black", "Platinum Gold", "Sapphire Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 424 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 70.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version) |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 658 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T830 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Kirin 658 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 800 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 60000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct (Western Europe, Korea);; Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct (ROW) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct (Western Europe, Korea)Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct (ROW) |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, Quick Start Guide |
| 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!