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Honor 3#5644

Released: 2013

Honor 3

Overall Score

54.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5644)54.6
Performance(#7038)54.3
Camera(#3697)42.4
Display(#3452)70.5
Battery(#4747)43.5
Build(#3462)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Honor 3

Short Review

  • The Honor 3 features a compact design with dimensions of 133 x 67.2 x 9.9 mm and a weight of 138g, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 4.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 312 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by the Huawei K3V2E chipset with a quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU and 2GB of RAM, providing adequate speed for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a 1.3 MP unit.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2150 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • The device runs on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) with EMUI 1.6, offering a straightforward user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is equipped with a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the Honor 3 combines basic features in a lightweight build, suitable for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetHuawei K3V2E
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUN/A
Memory8GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2150 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2150 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions133 x 67.2 x 9.9 mm (5.24 x 2.65 x 0.39 in)
Weight138 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI 1.6
OS VersionAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI 1.6

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes