Overall Score
58.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#3405)58.6
Performance(#2969)62.5
Camera(#2318)44.9
Display(#3455)70.5
Battery(#4749)43.5
Build(#111)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor Play 3
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details48 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)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
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
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMagic Night Black, Aurora Blue, Charm Red
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes