Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4674)56.4
Performance(#4563)60.3
Camera(#4365)42.4
Display(#4927)70.5
Battery(#8575)43.5
Build(#6957)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor 4X
Short Review
- The Honor 4X features a plastic build with a simple design, measuring 152.9 x 77.2 x 8.7 mm and weighing 165g.
- It sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Kirin 620 or Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset, paired with an octa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, allowing for decent multitasking.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The 3000 mAh battery offers standard longevity without fast or wireless charging options.
- It runs on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to Android 6 (Marshmallow) with EMUI 3.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The device does not feature HDR on its display and has no stereo speakers.
- It is available in black and white colors, catering to basic aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, the Honor 4X provides essential smartphone features with moderate performance and a reliable camera.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Glory Play 4X
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 620 (28 nm)Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-450MP4Adreno 306
Memory8GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions152.9 x 77.2 x 8.7 mm (6.02 x 3.04 x 0.34 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsWhite, Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes