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Honor Play 20#3179

Released: 2021, April 26

Honor Play 20

Overall Score

43.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3179)43.2
Performance(#3030)72.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3913)51.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Honor Play 20 features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm and weighing 198g.
  • Its 6.52-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 269 ppi, with a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
  • Powered by the Unisoc T610 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Mali-G52 MP2 GPU, providing adequate performance for everyday tasks.
  • The camera setup consists of a 13 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the 5 MP front camera handles selfies.
  • The device is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, supporting 10W charging, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharging.
  • Running on Android 10 with Magic UI 4.0, it lacks Google Play Services, which may limit app availability.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone also includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Available in multiple colors, the Honor Play 20 combines basic features with a functional design.
  • Overall, it serves as a practical option for users seeking essential smartphone capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, April 26
Announced2021, April 26
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.52"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetUnisoc T610 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MP2
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions164 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight198 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, White, Blue, Silver/Pink
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 10, Magic UI 4.0, no Google Play Services
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass