Overall Score
40.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3474)40.7
Performance(#3388)68.3
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4534)25.1
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#4395)48.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Honor Play 8A features a sleek design with dimensions of 156.3 x 73.5 x 8 mm and a weight of 150g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 6.09-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 282 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and PowerVR GE8320 GPU, supported by options of 3GB RAM and 32GB or 64GB storage.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with an f/1.8 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is an 8 MP shooter.
- Battery capacity stands at 3020 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 9.0 (Pie) with EMUI 9, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone also includes a headphone jack, enhancing audio versatility.
- Available colors are Black, Blue, Gold, and Red.
- Overall, the Honor Play 8A combines basic functionality with a lightweight design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionVersions: JAT-L09, JAT-L29 (Global); JAT-AL00/JAT-TL00 (China)
Display
Size6.09"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/1.8, PDAF
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
Capacity3020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3020 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions156.3 x 73.5 x 8 mm (6.15 x 2.89 x 0.31 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Blue, Gold, Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity