Overall Score
49.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#2361)49.7
Performance(#2605)76.4
Camera(#1608)54.9
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3986)27.0
Build(#141)94.5
Connectivity(#1807)68.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Honor Play
Short Review
- The Honor Play features a sleek design with a glass front and aluminum back, measuring 157.9 x 74.3 x 7.5 mm and weighing 176 grams.
- Its 6.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing a sharp visual experience at approximately 409 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Kirin 970 chipset and an octa-core CPU, it delivers solid performance, supported by options of 4GB or 6GB RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage.
- The camera system includes a 16 MP main sensor with a secondary 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 3750 mAh battery supports 18W charging, ensuring reasonable longevity without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with an upgrade path to Android 9.0, it features EMUI 9.1 for a customized user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Midnight Black and Player Edition variants.
- It lacks water resistance and stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for wired audio.
- Overall, the Honor Play combines a solid build with commendable performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionVersions: COR-AL00 (China); COR-AL10 (India); COR-L29, COR-L09 (Global)
Display
Size6.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 970 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G72 MP12
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera16 MP, f/2.2, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3750 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3750 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions157.9 x 74.3 x 7.5 mm (6.22 x 2.93 x 0.30 in)
Weight176 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
ColorsMidnight Black, Navy Blue, Violet, Player Edition Red, Player Edition Black
Foldable✗
SAR1.10 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, EDR, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass