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Honor 8X Max#3349

Released: 2018

Honor 8X Max

Overall Score

41.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3349)41.8
Performance(#2884)73.5
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3026)57.5
Audio(#115)87.6

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Short Review

  • The Honor 8X Max features a large 7.12-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080 x 2244 pixels, providing decent clarity at around 350 ppi.
  • Its build dimensions are 177.6 x 86.3 x 8.1 mm, weighing 210 grams, and it is available in black, blue, and red.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The camera setup includes a 16 MP rear camera with a secondary 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while the 8 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
  • Battery life is robust with a 5000 mAh capacity, supporting 18W charging but lacking wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo, upgradable to Android 9 Pie, with EMUI 9 providing the user interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio experience.
  • Notably, the display does not support HDR, and there is no water resistance.
  • Overall, the Honor 8X Max combines a large display, solid performance, and a substantial battery in a well-built design.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Enjoy Max

Display

Size7.12"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2244 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~350 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.95 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 512
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired5W reverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions177.6 x 86.3 x 8.1 mm (6.99 x 3.40 x 0.32 in)
Weight210 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9 (Pie), EMUI 9
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass