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Huawei Y5 Review — Worth buying in Egypt in 2026?

The Huawei Y5 by Huawei is released in 2015, a smartphone offering 5MP camera, 2000mAh battery. It features a Color TN-TFT LCD display screen. It stands as a solid option in the Egyptian smartphone market.

📅 Released 2015⭐ Sofi Score 35/100💰 From 1,849 EGP at Sharaf DG

Key Specs at a Glance

Display

4.5" Color TN-TFT LCD display

Main Camera

5MP

Battery

2000mAh

5G

✗ Not supported

NFC

✗ No

Weight

141.5g

Chipset

Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909

OS

Google Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop)

RAM

1GB RAM

Storage

8GB

Front Camera

1.9MP

Cons

  • No 5G support

  • No wireless charging

  • Modest battery capacity (2000mAh)

Display

The Huawei Y5 features a 4.5-inch Color TN-TFT LCD display display at 480x854 resolution (218 PPI).

Camera System

The main 5MP camera. The 1.9MP front camera handles selfies and video calls.

Battery & Charging

The Huawei Y5 packs a 2000mAh battery.

Performance

The Huawei Y5 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909 (Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909, 2014, 32 bit, quad-core, 28 nm, Qualcomm Adreno 304 GPU) running Google Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop). It comes in 1GB RAM variants with 8GB storage options.

Connectivity

Operates on 4G LTE networks. Wi-Fi 802.11b , 802.11g , 802.11n. Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.1.

Build & Design

The Huawei Y5 weighs 141.5g with dimensions of 135.9 mm x 67.7 mm x 10 mm.

Skip it if you are

  • ✗

    Those future-proofing with 5G connectivity

  • ✗

    Heavy users who need a bigger battery

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Huawei Y5 support 5G?
No, the Huawei Y5 does not support 5G. It operates on 4G LTE networks only.
How long does the Huawei Y5 battery last?
The Huawei Y5 has a 2000mAh battery. Heavy users may need a top-up by evening.
Does the Huawei Y5 have a good camera?
The Huawei Y5 features a 5MP main camera. The 1.9MP front camera handles selfies and video calls well.
Is the Huawei Y5 waterproof?
The Huawei Y5 does not have an official IP water-resistance rating. Avoid exposing it to liquids.
What is the price of the Huawei Y5 in Egypt?
The Huawei Y5 starts from 1,849 EGP at Sharaf DG in Egypt. Prices change daily — check the phone page for live prices from all stores.

Final Verdict

The Huawei Y5 is a decent phone for everyday use. The lack of 5G may be a drawback for users thinking long-term. At a starting price of 1,849 EGP, it represents strong budget value in the Egyptian market.

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