Huawei P20 Lite vs Huawei Y9 (2018)

The Huawei P20 Lite (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Huawei Y9 (2018) (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Y9 (2018) leads — 22/100 vs 15/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Y9 (2018) has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000); the Huawei P20 Lite has NFC for contactless payments, the Huawei Y9 (2018) doesn't; the Huawei P20 Lite is noticeably lighter (145g vs 170g).

The Huawei Y9 (2018) edges out the Huawei P20 Lite by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei P20 Lite
Performance 2
Display 32
Camera 14
Battery 12
Portability 90
Value for money 0
Huawei Y9 (2018)
Performance 2
Display 58
Camera 13
Battery 32
Portability 78
Value for money
What makes Huawei P20 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 145g vs 170g

  • Better camera (14/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better portability (90/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Huawei Y9 (2018) better?
  • Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (32/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (58/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei P20 Lite vs the Huawei Y9 (2018), the Huawei Y9 (2018) scores 7 points higher (22/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Y9 (2018) leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 2/100. In the "display" category, the Huawei Y9 (2018) notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (58/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei P20 Lite and the Huawei Y9 (2018) are nearly equal (14/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Y9 (2018) notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).

Huawei P20 Lite: The Huawei P20 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.
Huawei Y9 (2018): The Huawei Y9 (2018) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei P20 Lite Huawei Y9 (2018)
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 659 HiSilicon Kirin 659
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single 215 215
Geekbench Multi 810 810
Display 5.8" IPS LCD 5.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2160
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 16 MP 16 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB 3GB / 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 32GB / 128GB
OS Android 8.0 (Oreo); EMUI 8
NFC yes no
Dimensions 148.6×71.2×7.4 mm 157.2×75.3×7.9 mm
Weight 145 g 170 g
Launch price $300
Camera comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
  • Main: 16MP
  • Front: 16MP
14
camera
Huawei Y9 (2018)
  • Main: 16MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Huawei P20 Lite
  • 5.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Huawei Y9 (2018)
  • 5.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2160
  • Refresh rate: —
58
display
Battery and charging
Huawei P20 Lite
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Huawei Y9 (2018)
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
32
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei P20 Lite
$300
Huawei Y9 (2018)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 2/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Huawei Y9 (2018) notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (58/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Huawei P20 Lite and the Huawei Y9 (2018) are nearly equal (14/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Y9 (2018) notably outperforms the Huawei P20 Lite (32/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Huawei P20 Lite is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei P20 Lite or the Huawei Y9 (2018)?

The Huawei Y9 (2018) edges out the Huawei P20 Lite by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Huawei P20 Lite and the Huawei Y9 (2018)?

The Huawei P20 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Huawei Y9 (2018) — 22/100.

Should you choose the Huawei P20 Lite over the Huawei Y9 (2018)?

The Huawei P20 Lite is a better fit for everyday use. The Huawei Y9 (2018) is a better fit for everyday use.