Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4051)57.3
Performance(#4577)60.3
Camera(#4920)42.4
Display(#4955)70.5
Battery(#8603)43.5
Build(#466)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor 6X
Short Review
- The Honor 6X features a sleek design with dimensions of 150.9 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 162g, utilizing a glass front and aluminum back for a premium feel.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 403 ppi.
- Powered by the Kirin 655 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 3GB or 4GB of RAM.
- The dual-camera setup includes a 12 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p.
- The 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- A 3340 mAh battery supports daily usage but lacks fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 6.0 with EMUI 5, it can be upgraded to Android 7.0.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device also retains a headphone jack, enhancing audio versatility.
- Overall, the Honor 6X combines a solid build, decent performance, and functional camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Mate 9 Lite, Huawei GR5 2017Versions: BLN-AL10, BLL-L22, BLN-L21
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 655 (16 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T830MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, 1/2.9", 1.25µm, PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3340 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3340 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions150.9 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm (5.94 x 3.00 x 0.32 in)
Weight162 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray, Gold, Silver
Foldable✗
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, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes