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The Huawei Y6 II (codename "CAM") was a popular budget phone that, over time, has become known for significant slowness and lag, especially on its EMUI 4.1 software. Other common user complaints include apps crashing, the phone getting stuck on the Huawei logo (bootloop), or in some cases, a "dead boot" or "auto-recovery" loop after a failed update. Flashing an official stock firmware is the only reliable way to fix these software bugs, unbrick a stuck device, or perform a clean installation to restore performance.
CRITICAL WARNING: KIRIN vs. QUALCOMM CHIPSET 
Below are the technical details for the two main hardware variants. You MUST know which one you have.
These files are ONLY for the Kirin 620 variants. DO NOT flash these on a CAM-L32.
Note: Dload package for CAM-L03 (C734).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185, Middle East/Africa).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185). (File labeled "Compact" is for CAM-L21).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C432, Europe). (File labeled "Compact" is for CAM-L21).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L23 (C605, Latin America).
WARNING: ADVANCED USERS ONLY 
WARNING: EXPERTS ONLY - BOARD SOFTWARE
Note: Board Software (HMT) for CAM-L21. For dead boot repair (Method 3, Test Point).
WARNING: ADVANCED
Note: Advanced factory ROM for CAM-L03 (C734). This is a .RAR file for PC flashing (Method 3), NOT dload.
WARNING: ADVANCED
Note: Advanced factory ROM for CAM-L21 (C900). This is a .RAR file for PC flashing (Method 3), NOT dload.
These files are ONLY for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 variant (CAM-L32). DO NOT flash these on any other model.
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
WARNING: ADVANCED USERS ONLY 
Note: QFIL/XML firmware for CAM-L32 (C627). For fixing dead boot / auto recovery.
Note: QFIL/XML firmware for CAM-L32 (C627). For fixing dead boot / auto recovery.
Note: QFIL/XML firmware for CAM-L32 (C627). For fixing dead boot / auto recovery.
You will need different tools depending on the method.
Please use the method that corresponds to your file and model.
WARNING: EXPERTS ONLY 
The files in Section 2 are NOT for the dload method. They are factory ROMs that require special PC software (like HMT) and expert knowledge. They are used for advanced unbricking and repair (e.g., IMEI) and often require opening the phone to use test points. This is for experts only.
Disclaimer: This process is performed at your own risk. We are not responsible for any data loss, bricked devices, or damage. Flashing a Kirin (CAM-L21) ROM on a Qualcomm (CAM-L32) phone (or vice-versa) will permanently brick your device. The "Compact" name in some files is a common mislabel and should be ignored, as these are for the
series. If you have any problems, please drop a comment on the thread.
- Processor Warning: The Huawei Y6 II (CAM) was sold with two different processors. Flashing the wrong firmware for your phone's chipset will permanently brick it.
- Kirin 620 Models (CAM-Lxx): CAM-L03, CAM-L21, CAM-L23. These models use
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dloadfiles.Code:Board Software (HMT) - Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 Model (CAM-L32): CAM-L32. This model uses
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dloadfiles.Code:QFIL (XML) - VERIFY: You MUST check your model number in "Settings > About Phone" before downloading anything.
- Note on "Compact": The "Compact" name in some filenames is incorrect; these files are for the standard (CAM) models, not the (LYO) Compact model.
Huawei Y6 II (CAM-Series) Firmware Details
Below are the technical details for the two main hardware variants. You MUST know which one you have.| Variant | Huawei Y6 II (Kirin) | Huawei Y6 II (Qualcomm) |
| Model: | CAM-L03, CAM-L21, CAM-L23 | CAM-L32 |
| Chipset: | HiSilicon Kirin 620 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 |
| Android Version: | 6.0 (EMUI 4.1) | 6.0 (EMUI 4.1) |
| File Type: | Dload, Board (HMT), Adv. RAR | Dload, QFIL (XML) |
| Flashing Tool: | Dload (SD Card) / PC (HMT) | Dload (SD Card) / QFIL (PC) |
Download Firmware for Kirin 620 Models (CAM-L03, L21, L23)
These files are ONLY for the Kirin 620 variants. DO NOT flash these on a CAM-L32.Section 1: Standard Dload Packages (For SD Card Flash)
Note: Dload package for CAM-L03 (C734).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L03_23112016_6.0_Dload.zip
- Size: 1.5GB
- Build Version: N/A (2016)
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185, Middle East/Africa).
- Filename: Huawei Y6 II CAM-L21 C185B159 Firmware...zip
- Size: 1.50GB
- Build Version: C185B159
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185). (File labeled "Compact" is for CAM-L21).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6II_Compact_CAM-L21_Emui_4.1.1_C185B141.zip
- Size: 1.42GB
- Build Version: C185B141
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
- Download Link (Mirror): Download from MediaFire
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6II_Compact_CAM-L21_C185B150_Dload.zip
- Size: 1.50GB
- Build Version: C185B150
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C185).
- Filename: CAM-L21 CAM-L21C185B162 Firmware...zip
- Size: 1.51GB
- Build Version: C185B162
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
Note: Dload package for CAM-L21 (C432, Europe). (File labeled "Compact" is for CAM-L21).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6II_Compact_CAM-L21_Y6IIC432B197_..._Dload.zip
- Size: 1.50GB
- Build Version: C432B197
- Download Link: Download from MediaFire
Note: Dload package for CAM-L23 (C605, Latin America).
- Filename: Huawei Y6 II CAM-L23 C605B144CUSTC605D002 Firmware Chile Uruguay...zip
- Size: 1.58GB
- Build Version: C605B144
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
Section 2: Advanced Factory & Board Software (PC Tools Only)
WARNING: EXPERTS ONLY - BOARD SOFTWARE
Note: Board Software (HMT) for CAM-L21. For dead boot repair (Method 3, Test Point).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6II_CAM-L21_HL2CAMTLMAA001067_Board_Software...HMT.zip
- Size: 740MB
- Build Version: N/A (Board)
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
WARNING: ADVANCED
Note: Advanced factory ROM for CAM-L03 (C734). This is a .RAR file for PC flashing (Method 3), NOT dload.
- Filename: CAM-L03C734B111_Firmware_Android_6.0...rar
- Size: 1.14GB / 1.15GB
- Build Version: C734B111
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
- Download Link (Mirror): Download from Google Drive
WARNING: ADVANCED
Note: Advanced factory ROM for CAM-L21 (C900). This is a .RAR file for PC flashing (Method 3), NOT dload.
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L21_CAM-L21C900B144.rar
- Size: 1.35GB
- Build Version: C900B144
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
Download Firmware for Qualcomm S410 Model (CAM-L32)
These files are ONLY for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 variant (CAM-L32). DO NOT flash these on any other model.Section 3: Standard Dload Packages (For SD Card Flash)
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L32_C627B130_Dload.zip
- Size: 1.50GB
- Build Version: C627B130
- Download Link: Download from Google Drive
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L32_(CAM-L32C627B140).zip
- Size: 1.5GB
- Build Version: C627B140
- Download Link: Download from AndroidFileHost
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L32_(CAM-L32C627B092).zip
- Size: 1.5GB
- Build Version: C627B092
- Download Link: Download from AndroidFileHost
Note: Dload package for CAM-L32 (C627).
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L32_(CAM-L32C627B130).zip
- Size: 1.5GB
- Build Version: C627B130
- Download Link: Download from AndroidFileHost
Section 4: QFIL / XML Packages (For PC Unbricking)
Note: QFIL/XML firmware for CAM-L32 (C627). For fixing dead boot / auto recovery.
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L32_CAM-L32C627B140_XMl_Firmware_Dead_Boot...zip
- Size: 1.5GB
- Build Version: C627B140
- Download Link: Download from AndroidFileHost
Note: QFIL/XML firmware for CAM-L32 (C627). For fixing dead boot / auto recovery.
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L32_CAM-L32C627B092_XMl_Firmware_Dead_Boot...zip
- Size: 1.5GB
- Build Version: C627B092
- Download Link: Download from AndroidFileHost
Note: QFIL/XML firmware for CAM-L32 (C627). For fixing dead boot / auto recovery.
- Filename: Huawei_Y6ii_CAM-L32_CAM-L32C627B130_XMl_Firmware_Dead_Boot...zip
- Size: 1.5GB
- Build Version: C627B130
- Download Link: Download from AndroidFileHost
The Requirements
You will need different tools depending on the method.For Dload (Sections 1 & 3):
- Storage: A formatted Micro SD card or USB OTG drive (exFAT or FAT32) with at least 4GB of free space.
- Backup: A full backup of your personal data.
- Charge: Your phone charged to at least 50%.
For QFIL (Section 4, CAM-L32):
- PC/Tools: A Windows PC.
- Cable: A reliable Micro USB cable.
- Drivers: Qualcomm QDLoader 9008 drivers installed on your PC.
- Software: The QFIL tool (as part of QPST).
For Board Software (Section 2, Kirin Models):
- PC/Tools: A Windows PC.
- Cable: A reliable Micro USB cable.
- Drivers: Huawei USB COM 1.0 drivers.
- Software: Specialized PC software (like HMT) and tools to open the phone for test points.
How to Flash the Firmware
Please use the method that corresponds to your file and model.Method 1: Huawei dload (for ...Dload.zip files)
Use this method for all files listed in Sections 1 & 3.- Step 1: Download and extract the correct firmware .zip file for your model.
- Step 2: Inside the extracted files, locate the `dload` folder (which contains a large `update.app` file).
- Step 3: Copy the entire `dload` folder to the root directory of your Micro SD card or USB OTG drive.
- Step 4: Power off your Huawei Y6 II completely.
- Step 5: Insert the SD card/OTG. Press and hold all three buttons: Volume Up + Volume Down + Power. Keep holding until the EMUI update screen appears. The phone will automatically find the file and start flashing.
Method 2: QFIL / QPST (for CAM-L32 ...XMl files)
Use this method for all files listed in Section 4. This is for the Qualcomm CAM-L32 only.- Step 1: Download and extract the QFIL tool, Qualcomm drivers, and your chosen QFIL XML firmware file.
- Step 2: Install the Qualcomm 9008 drivers. Power off your phone.
- Step 3: Boot your phone into EDL Mode (9008). (This may require holding Volume Up + Volume Down and plugging in the USB cable, or by using test points).
- Step 4: Open QFIL.exe. It should detect your phone as "Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008".
- Step 5: Select "Flat Build," then browse and load the `prog_emmc_firehose.mbn`, `rawprogram0.xml`, and `patch0.xml` files from the extracted firmware folder. Click "Download" to begin.
Method 3: Advanced PC Flash (for HMT / .rar files)
The files in Section 2 are NOT for the dload method. They are factory ROMs that require special PC software (like HMT) and expert knowledge. They are used for advanced unbricking and repair (e.g., IMEI) and often require opening the phone to use test points. This is for experts only.
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