The ASCII editorial department checks the latest smartphones with exterior photos and benchmark tests.
Huawei "HUAWEI P20 lite" is a popular series that has long been the market leader in the middle class with the largest volume of SIM fleece smartphones, "P8 lite", "P9 lite" and "P10 lite", at around 30,000 yen. It's the latest model.
HUAWEI P20 lite
Although it is a smartphone that costs over 30,000 yen, it is still the most popular middle-class smartphone that incorporates the functions of a high-end model!? There is also a popular model called HUAWEI nova lite 2”, but although the price of the HUAWEI P20 lite is slightly higher (about 30,000 yen excluding tax), it is a product that incorporates content and trends closer to the high-end model.
Klein blue that changes the reflection of light depending on the viewing angle
The notch area is relatively small. Can be set to hide
Specifically, there is a vertical screen with a "narrow frame + notch" and a dual camera. First, the display uses a 19:9 5.84-inch liquid crystal (1080 x 2280). The notched design allows you to expand the screen size without sacrificing the body size. In fact, the width of the terminal is about 71.2mm, which is about the same as the conventional 5.2-inch model. In addition, the main body weighs 145g, which is quite light among recent smartphones, which also leads to ease of use.
au version of cherry pink color variations. The difference from the SIM-free version is about the logo on the back other than the storage capacity
The metal frame on the side gives a sense of luxury
In addition to the 16 mega camera on the rear, a 2 mega sub camera for distance measurement is installed. "Wide aperture shooting", which allows you to enjoy the bokeh of the subject like a single-lens camera, accurately recognizes the subject. As you can see from the actual examples, it is possible to leave high-quality photos that do not seem to be middle-class, mainly in bright places.
Equipped with a dual camera on the rear
Other main specifications include octacore "HUAWEI Kirin 659" (2.36GHz + 1.7GHz), 4GB memory, 32GB storage (au version only 64GB), 3000mAh battery, Android 8.0, etc. DSDS is not supported.
Equipped with a touch-type fingerprint sensor on the back. Face recognition function is also available
Although the 3D system is a little weak, the benchmark result is about 87,000 points in Antutu 7, which is close to the middle high class, so you can see that the performance is more than enough for everyday use. . Regarding PCMark's Storage test, there are cases where Huawei terminals have unnatural numbers, so please see this as a reference only.
Antutu 7
3Dmark Sling Shot Extreme Unlimited
PCMark Storage test
HUAWEI P20 lite is available from au, UQ mobile, and Y!mobile in addition to the SIM-free version (all three colors: Klein Blue, Sakura Pink, and Midnight Black). UQ mobile/Y!mobile products also have 32GB of storage and are not SIM locked. The au version is 64GB and SIM-locked, but of course it can be unlocked if the conditions are met, and it also supports bands for DoCoMo.
midnight black
The high cost performance, which is the reason for the popularity of the series, is further enhanced by incorporating the latest trends. In this price range, there is a feeling that the lead has been widened again against other companies' products. It seems that this year will also be a central presence in the middle class.
| Main specifications of "HUAWEI P20 lite" (SIM-free) | |
|---|---|
| Display | 5.93-inch LCD (18: 9) |
| Screen resolution | 1080×2280 dots |
| Size | About 71×149×7.4mm |
| Weight | About 145g |
| CPU | HUAWEI Kirin 6592.36GHz + 1.7GHz (Octacore) |
| Memory | 4GB |
| Storage | 32GB (64GB for au version) |
| External storage | microSDXC (up to 256GB) |
| OS | Android 8.0 |
| Supported Bands | LTE: 1/3/5/7/ 8/18/19/26/28/41W-CDMA: 1/2/5/6/8/19 |
| DSDS (4G+3G) | × |
| CA compatible | ○ |
| VoLTE | ○ |
| Wireless LAN | IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz compatible) |
| Rear: 16M+2M (distance measurement) / In: 16M | |
| Battery capacity | 3000mAh |
| Waterproof/dustproof | ×/× |
| Biometric authentication | ○ (fingerprint, face) |
| SIM shape | nanoSIM x 2 (nanoSIM x 1 for au/Y!mobile version) | < /tr>
| USB port | Type-C |
| Color variations | Klein Blue, Midnight Black, Sakura Pink |
| Actual selling price | About 32,000 yen |
