Overall Score
39.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#3710)39.1
Performance(#3227)69.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4213)26.2
Build(#1072)77.8
Connectivity(#4547)47.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Honor 7X
Short Review
- The Honor 7X features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 156.5 x 75.3 x 7.6 mm and weighing 165g.
- Its 5.93-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing a sharp 407 ppi density, although it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Powered by the Kirin 659 chipset, it utilizes an octa-core CPU and comes with various RAM and storage options, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera setup includes a 16 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 8 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
- The 3340 mAh battery provides decent longevity but does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 7.0 with EMUI 5.1, it is upgradable to Android 8.0, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.1, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Black, Blue, Gold, Red, and Gray.
- Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Honor 7X balances design, performance, and camera capabilities effectively.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: BND-L21 (Europe); BND-L22 (India); BND-L24, BND-L34 Mate SE (USA); BND-AL10, BND-TL10 (China)
Display
Size5.93"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~407 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 659 (16 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.36 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T830 MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.25µm, PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3340 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3340 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions156.5 x 75.3 x 7.6 mm (6.16 x 2.96 x 0.30 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, Blue, Gold, Red, Gray
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, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, 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), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 5.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass