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Honor Play 5T Youth#3012

Released: 2021, April 20

Honor Play 5T Youth

Overall Score

44.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3012)44.5
Performance(#2547)77.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3190)56.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Honor Play 5T Youth

Short Review

  • The Honor Play 5T Youth features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 165.2 x 76 x 9.2 mm and weighing 191 grams.
  • It sports a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 266 ppi and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz.
  • Powered by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 chipset, it utilizes an octa-core CPU and is available with either 6GB or 8GB of RAM, ensuring adequate performance for everyday tasks.
  • The camera setup includes a 13 MP wide lens, a 5 MP ultrawide lens, and additional macro and depth sensors, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
  • The device is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery that supports 22.5W fast charging, providing extended usage without frequent recharging.
  • Running on Android 10 with Magic UI 4.0, it lacks Google Play Services but offers a functional user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.1, and a USB Type-C port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
  • Available in Black and Blue, the design is straightforward, appealing to users seeking a practical device.
  • Overall, the Honor Play 5T Youth delivers solid specifications for its category.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, April 20
Announced2021, April 20
DescriptionAlso known as Honor Play 5T Lite, Honor Play 5T Vitality

Display

Size6.6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~266 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, (wide), PDAF5 MP, (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details22.5W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions165.2 x 76 x 9.2 mm (6.50 x 2.99 x 0.36 in)
Weight191 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Blue
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, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 10, Magic UI 4.0, no Google Play Services
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity