The Huawei P8 Lite (2017), released in January 2017, was a refreshed mid-range smartphone that carried multiple brand identities across global markets. Known also as the Huawei P9 Lite (2017), Huawei Honor 8 Lite, Huawei Nova Lite, and Huawei GR3 (2017), this device offered premium design elements with a glass front and back framed in aluminum. Featuring a 5.2-inch Full HD display, Kirin 655 chipset, and up to 4GB RAM, it delivered a strong balance of performance, style, and affordability.
Huawei P8 Lite (2017) Full Phone Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Launch | Announced & Released January 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Body | 147.2 × 72.9 × 7.6 mm, 147 g, glass front & back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Display | 5.2″ IPS LCD, 1080 × 1920 px, ~424 ppi |
| OS | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 9 |
| Chipset | Kirin 655 (16 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4×2.1 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T830MP2 |
| Memory | 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Card Slot | microSDXC (shared SIM slot) |
| Main Camera | 12 MP, AF, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie Camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 1080p video |
| Sound | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| Comms | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, GLONASS, NFC (market dependent), FM radio, microUSB 2.0 OTG |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable |
| Colors | Black, White, Gold, Blue |
| Models | PRA-TL10, PRA-TL20, PRA-LA1, PRA-LX1, PRA-LX2, TAG-L21, PRA-AL00X, TAG-L32, PRA-LX3, PRA-AL00 |
| Price at Launch | ~170 EUR |
Performance and Features
The Huawei P8 Lite (2017) was powered by the Kirin 655 chipset paired with 3/4GB RAM, offering solid performance for daily multitasking and mid-range gaming. The 12MP rear camera produced detailed shots with HDR and panorama modes, while the 8MP front camera delivered crisp selfies and full HD video recording.
Battery and Build
Equipped with a 3000 mAh battery, the phone maintained reliable usage throughout the day. Its glass sandwich design gave it a premium look at a mid-range price point, making it appealing to users who valued both aesthetics and practicality.
