Huawei Y6 (2018) vs Huawei Y6 (2019)

Our verdict: Media lovers may prefer the Huawei Y6 (2019) and its spacious 6.1" screen. Front-camera quality goes to the Huawei Y6 (2019) at 8MP. Without a contract, the Huawei Y6 (2019) is the better deal at £87.00 SIM-free. With 3 storage tiers, the Huawei Y6 (2019) gives you more room to pick what suits you.

Screen
5.7" 6.09"
Display
S-IPS LCD IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 720 x 1560
Pixels Per Inch
282 282
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 Mediatek MT6761
Storage
16GB 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 b/g/n 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
4.2 with A2DP, LE 4.2 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
152.4 x 73 x 7.8 mm 156.3 x 73.5 x 8 mm
Weight
150 grams 150 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free
£89.00 £87.00
Huawei Y6 (2018) Huawei Y6 (2018) Huawei Y6 (2019) Huawei Y6 (2019)
Screen 5.7" 6.09"
Display S-IPS LCD IPS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1440 720 x 1560
Pixels Per Inch 282 282
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 Mediatek MT6761
Storage 16GB 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.2 with A2DP, LE 4.2 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 152.4 x 73 x 7.8 mm 156.3 x 73.5 x 8 mm
Weight 150 grams 150 grams
Water Resistance Not rated Not rated
Contracts
SIM-free £89.00 £87.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Huawei Y6 (2018) or Huawei Y6 (2019)?

The Huawei Y6 (2019) has the bigger screen at 6.1" compared to the Huawei Y6 (2018)'s 5.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 282 pixels per inch, and the Huawei Y6 (2018) uses a S-IPS LCD panel while the Huawei Y6 (2019) has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the Huawei Y6 (2018) or Huawei Y6 (2019)?

The Huawei Y6 (2018) features a 13 Megapixels rear camera, while the Huawei Y6 (2019) has a 13 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Huawei Y6 (2018) or Huawei Y6 (2019)?

The Huawei Y6 (2019) is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £87.00.

What storage options are available for the Huawei Y6 (2018) and Huawei Y6 (2019)?

The Huawei Y6 (2018) is available in 16GB, while the Huawei Y6 (2019) comes in 16GB, 32GB, 64GB.

What processors do the Huawei Y6 (2018) and Huawei Y6 (2019) use?

The Huawei Y6 (2018) is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425, while the Huawei Y6 (2019) uses the Mediatek MT6761.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Huawei Y6 (2018) or Huawei Y6 (2019)?

The Huawei Y6 (2018) is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (150 grams vs 150 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 152.4 x 73 x 7.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Huawei Y6 (2018) or Huawei Y6 (2019)?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of Not rated.

What operating system do the Huawei Y6 (2018) and Huawei Y6 (2019) run?

Both phones run Android.