Overall Score
37.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3894)37.7
Performance(#4287)60.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4534)25.1
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#4638)47.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Honor 8S
Short Review
- The Honor 8S features a compact design with dimensions of 147.1 x 70.8 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 146g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 5.71-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 295 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 chipset, with a quad-core CPU running at 2.0 GHz and options for 2GB or 3GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with an f/1.8 aperture capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is 5 MP.
- The battery capacity stands at 3020 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 9.0 (Pie) with EMUI 9, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The Honor 8S is available in Black, Gold, and Blue colors.
- It also includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Honor 8S is a straightforward device with essential features suited for basic usage.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionAlso known as Honor Play 8 for ChinaVersions: KSE-LX9, KSA-LX9
Display
Size5.71"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/1.8, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2
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
Dimensions147.1 x 70.8 x 8.5 mm (5.79 x 2.79 x 0.33 in)
Weight146 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Gold, Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity