Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#4569)56.4
Performance(#4123)60.3
Camera(#3700)42.4
Display(#3467)70.5
Battery(#4759)43.5
Build(#3467)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor 7i
Short Review
- The Honor 7i features a sleek design with dimensions of 141.6 x 71.2 x 7.8 mm and a weight of 160g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 chipset, supported by options of 2GB or 3GB RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with an f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, though it lacks optical image stabilization.
- Battery capacity stands at 3100mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 5.1.1 with an upgrade option to 6.0, featuring EMUI 3.1 for a customized user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack.
- Available colors include Black, White, and Gold, though it lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the Honor 7i combines decent specifications with a solid build and functional features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Shot X
Display
Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8939v2 Snapdragon 616 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUAdreno 405
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM (AL00)
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsManual flip-up main camera module
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions141.6 x 71.2 x 7.8 mm (5.57 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1
OS VersionAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes