Huawei P8 — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The Huawei P8 is a 2015 flagship — the phone that put Huawei's P-series on the map in Pakistan with a slim metal-and-glass design and a 13MP camera with optical image stabilisation. Crucially, this is a pre-2019 Huawei phone: it runs full Google apps, unlike every modern Huawei flagship. This guide covers its verified specifications and what buying one in 2026 really means — facts, not nostalgia.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Specification	Detail
Brand / Model	Huawei P8 (not P8 Lite — a different, weaker phone)
Launch	Announced April 2015; released April 2015 (officially launched in Pakistan)
Display	5.2-inch IPS-NEO LCD, 1080 x 1920 pixels (~424 ppi), Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Chipset	HiSilicon Kirin 930/935 (28nm), octa-core up to 2.0 GHz; Mali-T628 MP4 GPU
Network	4G LTE (Cat4), 3G, 2G — no 5G
RAM / Storage	3GB RAM; 16GB or 64GB built-in; microSD slot up to 128GB (shared SIM slot)
Rear camera	Single: 13MP f/2.0 with OIS, dual-LED flash
Front camera	8MP
Battery / Charging	2,680mAh, non-removable; no fast charging
Operating system	Android 5.0.2 Lollipop, EMUI 3.1 — full Google apps included
Build	Glass front/back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminium frame
Dimensions / Weight	144.9 x 72.1 x 6.4 mm; 144 g
Colours	Titanium Grey, Mystic Champagne, Carbon Black, Prestige Gold

Design and Build Quality

The P8 was famous for being one of the slimmest phones of 2015 — just 6.4 mm thick — with a glass-sandwich design in an aluminium frame. At 144 g it feels light by modern standards. Colours were Titanium Grey, Mystic Champagne, Carbon Black, and Prestige Gold. There is no water-resistance rating and no fingerprint sensor — this was 2015, after all.

Display Features

The 5.2-inch IPS-NEO LCD delivers full-HD 1080 x 1920 resolution (~424 ppi) — sharp and perfectly usable, protected by Gorilla Glass 3. It is an LCD, not OLED, so blacks are grey-ish and there is no always-on display. The 16:9 aspect ratio with chunky-by-modern-standards bezels will feel dated, but text and video remain crisp.

Processor and Performance

The Kirin 930/935 (28nm) is a decade-old mid-range chip — roughly an order of magnitude slower than modern budget processors. In 2026 it handles calls, SMS, WhatsApp, and light browsing; modern apps, heavy web pages, and video calls will strain it. Be realistic: this is a basic-communication device today, not a smartphone in the modern sense. 3GB RAM was generous in 2015 and is minimal now.

RAM and Storage

3GB RAM with 16GB or 64GB of built-in storage. The 16GB variant leaves very little usable space after the system — prefer the 64GB model if buying. A microSD slot (up to 128GB, using the shared SIM slot) helps for photos and music, but apps of that era cannot all move to the card.

Camera Features

A single 13MP rear camera with optical image stabilisation and dual-LED flash — OIS was a genuine premium feature in 2015 and still helps with shaky hands. The 8MP front camera was strong for its era. By 2026 standards, expect decent daylight snapshots and poor low-light results; there is no night mode, no ultrawide, no zoom. Fine for casual documentation, not for photography.

Battery and Charging

The 2,680mAh battery was small even in 2015, and there is no fast charging — a full charge takes a couple of hours over microUSB. Any surviving unit is a decade old, so battery wear is severe; realistically, expect to need a battery replacement or accept very short screen-on time. Treat battery condition as the first thing to check on a used unit.

Software and Updates

The P8 launched with Android 5.0.2 Lollipop and EMUI 3.1, upgradable to Android 6.0 Marshmallow — and that is where official updates ended, around 2016. This is a pre-2019 Huawei phone, so full Google apps (Play Store, Gmail, Maps) work — the one software advantage over modern Huawei flagships. The hard truth: Android 5/6 no longer receives security updates, and most modern apps (banking, WhatsApp's latest versions, ride-hailing) require newer Android versions. Do not use this phone for banking or sensitive accounts.

Connectivity and Additional Features

4G LTE (Cat4 speeds), 3G, and 2G — the P8 still works on Pakistan's current networks for calls and data. Also included: Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n), Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, FM radio, GPS with GLONASS, microUSB 2.0, and a 3.5mm headphone jack (a rarity worth noting). No fingerprint sensor, no USB-C, no 5G — and sensors are limited to accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.

Variants, Colours and Availability

Verified configurations: 3GB + 16GB and 3GB + 64GB, in Titanium Grey, Mystic Champagne, Carbon Black, or Prestige Gold. The P8 was officially launched in Pakistan in 2015 (launch price Rs. 49,999), so local units exist — but production ended years ago and only used units circulate today. Do not confuse it with the P8 Lite, a weaker phone with a 5-inch HD display and 2GB RAM that launched alongside it at Rs. 25,799.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

The P8 is long discontinued — its 2015 Pakistan launch price was Rs. 49,999 (PhoneWorld, at launch). Today only used units exist, and prices depend entirely on condition; dealer aggregators show historical/expected figures that are not meaningful for a decade-old phone. The Zohaan Mobile Gallery catalog reference is Rs. 9,000 — a reference only, not a current market price. For a used P8, pay a small used-phone price only after checking the battery, screen, and IMEI — confirm with Zohaan Mobile Gallery.

PTA: PTA approval applies per device and IMEI, never per model. Before paying, send the phone's IMEI to 8484 and confirm "Compliant" status. This matters even more for discontinued and grey-market units. How to check PTA approval.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages:

• Full Google apps — the one Huawei flagship line-era phone with the Play Store
• Slim, light, premium-feeling metal-and-glass design
• 13MP camera with OIS (rare for 2015)
• 3.5mm headphone jack, FM radio, microSD slot
• Very cheap as a used buy

Limitations:

• Decade-old hardware — slow by any modern standard
• Android 5/6 with no security updates since ~2016 — unsafe for banking or sensitive use
• Most modern apps no longer support it
• Severely worn batteries in surviving units; no fast charging
• No fingerprint sensor, no water resistance, no 5G

Who Should Consider This Phone?

Good fit: buyers who need the cheapest possible working phone for calls, SMS, and light WhatsApp use; collectors of classic Huawei phones; or a backup/emergency device — after checking battery and screen.

Look elsewhere if: you need modern apps, mobile banking, a daily driver, or any security-sensitive use — even the cheapest current phones outperform it. Browse all mobiles for usable options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Huawei P8 in Pakistan?

Discontinued — its 2015 launch price was Rs. 49,999. Today only used units exist; pay a small used-phone price based on condition. Confirm with Zohaan Mobile Gallery.

Does the Huawei P8 have Google Play Services?

Yes — this is a pre-2019 Huawei phone, so the Play Store, Gmail, Maps, and other Google apps work normally. (Post-2019 Huawei phones do not have them.)

Is the Huawei P8 still usable in 2026?

For calls, SMS, and light messaging — yes. As a modern smartphone — no: most current apps require newer Android versions, and there have been no security updates since ~2016.

Is it safe to use for banking apps?

No. With no security patches since ~2016 and an outdated Android version, do not use it for banking or sensitive accounts.

What is the difference between the P8 and P8 Lite?

The P8 has a 5.2-inch full-HD display, 3GB RAM, and a 13MP OIS camera; the P8 Lite has a 5-inch HD display, 2GB RAM, and weaker specs — they are different phones.

What are its RAM and storage options?

3GB RAM with 16GB or 64GB of storage, expandable via microSD up to 128GB.

Is it PTA approved?

PTA status is per-device. The P8 was officially sold in Pakistan, so many units are compliant — but still verify the specific unit's IMEI by SMS to 8484 before purchase.

Is it available at Zohaan Mobile Gallery?

Check the P8 product page or WhatsApp +92 305 8452080 for current availability and price.

Final Verdict

The Huawei P8 is a well-built classic — slim, light, with full Google apps and a 3.5mm jack — but it is a decade old. Buy it only as a cheap backup or collector's piece after checking the battery, and never as a daily driver or for anything security-sensitive. Nostalgia is fine; just price it like the 2015 phone it is.

Call to Action

See the Huawei P8 at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse all mobiles, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed current price, PTA verification, and warranty details. Or visit our Rahim Yar Khan store and check the phone in hand before you buy.