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Honor 6A (Pro)#4140

Released: 2017

Honor 6A (Pro)

Overall Score

35.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4140)35.9
Performance(#4793)55.7
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4534)25.1
Build(#1072)77.8
Connectivity(#4964)45.2
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Honor 6A (Pro)

Short Review

  • The Honor 6A (Pro) features a compact design with dimensions of 143.7 x 71 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 143g, utilizing a glass front and aluminum back for a premium feel.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset, an octa-core 1.5 GHz CPU, and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with phase detection autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while a 5 MP front camera is available for selfies.
  • The battery capacity stands at 3020 mAh, supporting standard charging with no wireless options.
  • Running on Android 7.0 (Nougat) with EMUI 5.1, the software experience is straightforward but may feel dated.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, though it lacks 5G and NFC support.
  • The device is available in multiple colors, including Gold, Silver, Dark Gray, Blue, and Pink.
  • Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Overall, the Honor 6A (Pro) offers a solid combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities for its time.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as Honor Holly 4 (India), Honor 6A Pro (Italy), Honor 5C pro (MEA). Fingerprint sensor is a region dependent feature.

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, 28mm (wide), PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3020 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions143.7 x 71 x 8.2 mm (5.66 x 2.80 x 0.32 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsGold, Silver, Dark Gray, Blue, Pink
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5.1
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted, region dependent), accelerometer, proximity, compass