Overall Score
58.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#3667)58.0
Performance(#3342)62.5
Camera(#3197)42.8
Display(#4945)70.5
Battery(#8593)43.5
Build(#462)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor 8X
Short Review
- The Honor 8X features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 160.4 x 76.6 x 7.8 mm and weighing 175 grams.
- Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing a sharp visual experience with a density of approximately 397 ppi, although it lacks HDR support and operates at a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is powered by the Kirin 710 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and Mali-G51 MP4 GPU, with options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage.
- The camera system includes a 20 MP main sensor with a wide f/1.8 aperture and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 3750 mAh battery supports 10W charging but does not offer wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with an upgrade option to Android 9.0, it features EMUI 9.0 for a customized user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Available colors include Black, Blue, Red, and Pink, catering to various aesthetic preferences.
- Overall, the Honor 8X combines solid performance with a stylish design and functional features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Honor View 10 LiteVersions: JSN-L11, JSN-L21, JSN-L22 (Global), JSN-L23 (USA), JSN-L42 (Asia); JSN-AL00, JSN-TL00 (China)
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~397 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetKirin 710 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G51 MP4
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera20 MP
Main Camera Details20 MP, f/1.8, 27 mm (wide), PDAF2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30/60fps, 480fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3750 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3750 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions160.4 x 76.6 x 7.8 mm (6.31 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Red, Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.0
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes