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Honor Play 3#3221

Released: 2019

Honor Play 3

Overall Score

42.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3221)42.9
Performance(#2757)74.6
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3013)57.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Honor Play 3 features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.8 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm and a weight of 176g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
  • Its 6.39-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, providing decent visuals at approximately 269 ppi.
  • Powered by the Kirin 710F chipset, it delivers reliable performance through its octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of 1080p video recording.
  • The 4000 mAh battery supports 10W charging, ensuring adequate longevity for daily use.
  • Running on Android 9.0 with EMUI 9.1, the software experience is straightforward but lacks the latest features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, though it does not support 5G.
  • The device also retains a headphone jack, catering to traditional audio preferences.
  • Available in Magic Night Black, Aurora Blue, and Charm Red, it offers a variety of color choices.
  • Overall, the Honor Play 3 combines solid specifications in a well-built package.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.39"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetKirin 710F (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
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera48 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions159.8 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm (6.29 x 3.00 x 0.32 in)
Weight176 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsMagic Night Black, Aurora Blue, Charm Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 400/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass