Huawei Y3 2018 — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The Huawei Y3 2018 refreshed the ultra-budget Y3 line with Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition) — Google's lightweight OS for 1GB-RAM phones — plus 4G, an 8MP camera and a 2,280mAh battery. It is discontinued now and trades only on the used market. This guide covers its verified specifications, the scattered price estimates you'll find online, and a realistic assessment of what this Go-edition phone can still do in 2026.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Specification	Detail
Brand / Model	Huawei Y3 2018 (CAG-L02 / CAG-L22 / CAG-L23 / CAG-L03)
Price in Pakistan	Discontinued — online estimates range Rs. 11,500–28,698 (unverified, mixed sources; verified 2026-10-11)
Display	5.0-inch IPS LCD, 480 x 854 pixels (~196 ppi)
Chipset	MediaTek MT6737M (28nm), quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A53, Mali-T720MP2
Network	4G LTE / 3G / 2G, single or dual Micro-SIM
RAM / Storage	1GB RAM + 8GB storage (eMMC 5.0), dedicated microSDXC slot
Rear camera	8MP, f/2.0, autofocus, LED flash, 720p video
Front camera	2MP
Battery	2,280mAh (non-removable)
Operating system	Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition) — lightweight Google apps
Dimensions / Weight	145.1 x 73.7 x 9.5 mm; 175 g
Colours	Gold, White, Gray
Status	Released May 2018 — discontinued

Design and Build Quality

The Y3 2018 reuses the Y3 2017's plain plastic body — 9.5 mm thick, 175 grams, glass front with plastic back and frame. It is unremarkable but honest: comfortable to hold, no fingerprint sensor, no frills. Colours were limited to Gold, White and Gray. It looks and feels exactly like what it was: the cheapest 4G phone Huawei sold.

Display Features

The 5.0-inch IPS LCD at 480 x 854 (~196 ppi) is low-resolution and visibly soft. It handles calls, menus and basic apps adequately, but extended reading or video is uncomfortable. The Go-edition software at least keeps the interface itself reasonably smooth on this panel.

Processor and Performance

The MediaTek MT6737M (quad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A53, Mali-T720MP2) is a modest chip, but paired with the lightweight Go-edition OS it delivered acceptable basic performance in 2018. In 2026 it is slow: one app at a time, patience required, and no heavy multitasking. Note that some databases mix this model up with a 2GB/16GB variant (likely a regional or mislisted spec) — the widely documented Y3 2018 is 1GB + 8GB, as reflected here.

RAM and Storage

1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage, with a dedicated microSDXC slot (no SIM sacrifice). The Go edition's lightweight apps (Google Go, Maps Go, YouTube Go-era apps) were designed for exactly this hardware — but many Go apps have since been discontinued by Google, which limits the benefit today. Storage fills up fast; the microSD slot is essential.

Camera Features

An 8MP rear camera (f/2.0, autofocus, LED flash, 720p video) and a 2MP front camera. Daylight photos are passable for the class; low light is poor. Adequate for casual snapshots, nothing more.

Battery and Charging

A 2,280mAh non-removable battery with no fast charging (microUSB). The small low-res screen keeps drain modest, so light use stretches through a day — but used units in 2026 will have degraded cells, and the battery cannot be easily swapped. Test real-world endurance before buying.

Software and Updates

Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition) with lightweight Google apps was the Y3 2018's main selling point — and being a 2018 Huawei, it has full Google services, not HMS. The problem is time: Android 8.0 is obsolete, gets no security updates, and many of Google's own Go apps have been retired. An increasing number of current apps require newer Android versions, so check your essential apps' compatibility on the actual handset before buying.

Connectivity and Additional Features

4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, FM radio, microUSB 2.0 and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Sensors: accelerometer and proximity only — no fingerprint reader, no NFC, no gyroscope.

Variants, Colours and Availability

Sold as the CAG-L02/L22/L23/L03 in single or dual Micro-SIM versions, one configuration (1GB + 8GB) in Gold, White and Gray. Released May 2018 and now discontinued — used units only.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

Online price estimates for the Y3 2018 are scattered and inconsistent — mobile-phone.pk suggests around Rs. 11,500, mobgadgets lists ~Rs. 28,987, and other sites fall in between. None of these is a verified current price for a used unit in 2026, so treat them all as rough references. Confirm the asking price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery.

PTA: PTA approval applies per device and IMEI, not per model. Before paying, send the phone's IMEI to 8484 and confirm "Compliant" status. How to check PTA approval.

Used-buying tip: verify the IMEI via 8484 on the handset, and test the touchscreen, both SIM slots and the charging port. Read how to buy a used mobile safely.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages:

• Android Go edition was designed for exactly this hardware
• Full Google services (2018 Huawei, pre-HMS)
• 4G LTE, dual SIM, dedicated microSD slot
• FM radio and 3.5mm jack

Limitations:

• Android 8.0 is obsolete; many Go apps have been retired by Google
• 1GB RAM / 8GB storage is severely limiting
• Low-resolution display; no fingerprint sensor
• Non-removable degraded battery in used units; no fast charging
• Online price estimates are inconsistent and unverified

Who Should Consider This Phone?

Good fit: buyers wanting the cheapest usable backup phone with 4G for calls, SMS and very light use.

Look elsewhere if: you need current apps, decent browsing or photography — any newer used phone in the all-mobiles collection is a big step up. See buying a used mobile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Huawei Y3 2018 price in Pakistan?

Discontinued. Online estimates range from ~Rs. 11,500 to ~Rs. 28,987 but none is a verified current price. Confirm with Zohaan Mobile Gallery.

What Android version does the Y3 2018 run?

Android 8.0 Oreo (Go edition) — lightweight, but obsolete with no updates.

Does it have Google Play Store?

Yes — as a 2018 Huawei it ships with full Google services, unlike post-2019 Huawei phones.

What are its RAM and storage?

1GB RAM and 8GB storage, with a dedicated microSDXC slot.

Does it support 4G?

Yes — 4G LTE with single or dual Micro-SIM variants.

What is the battery capacity?

2,280mAh, non-removable, charged over microUSB with no fast charging.

Is it PTA approved?

PTA status is per-device. Verify the specific unit's IMEI via SMS to 8484 before purchase.

Is the Y3 2018 worth buying in 2026?

Only as a cheap 4G backup for calls and SMS. For real smartphone use, ask Zohaan Mobile Gallery about newer used options.

Final Verdict

The Huawei Y3 2018's Go-edition software was a clever idea for 1GB hardware, but in 2026 the phone is a used-only backup device with an obsolete OS and tired batteries. Buy it cheap for calls and SMS, verify the battery and IMEI in person, and don't pay based on the scattered online price estimates.

Call to Action

See the Huawei Y3 2018 at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse all mobiles, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed current price, PTA verification, and warranty details. Ask about tested used units — buying used? read the safe-buying guide first. Or visit our Rahim Yar Khan store and check the phone in hand before you buy.