Overall Score
59.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#2867)59.8
Performance(#2081)64.8
Camera(#1644)47.1
Display(#3430)70.5
Battery(#4733)43.5
Build(#104)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor View 20
Short Review
- The Honor View 20 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 156.9 x 75.4 x 8.1 mm and weighing 180 grams.
- Its 6.4-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2310 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 398 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and operates at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Kirin 980 chipset, the device delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera boasts a 48 MP sensor with a wide aperture of f/1.8, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 25 MP front camera captures detailed selfies.
- A 4000 mAh battery supports 22.5W fast charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- The software runs on Android 9.0 (upgradable to Android 10) with Magic UI 4.0, providing a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, while a USB Type-C 3.1 port allows for fast data transfer.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Sapphire Blue and Phantom Red.
- Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Honor View 20 combines solid specifications and features in a stylish package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Huawei Honor V20 in China
Display
Size6.4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2310 pixels (~398 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionYes
Performance
ChipsetKirin 980 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G76 MP10
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAFTOF 3D, (depth)
Front Camera25 MP
Front Camera Details25 MP, f/2.0, 27mm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@960fps, (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details22.5W wired, 55% in 30 min (International)18W wired (India)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions156.9 x 75.4 x 8.1 mm (6.18 x 2.97 x 0.32 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsSaphire Blue, Phantom Blue, Phantom Red, Midnight Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Magic UI 4.0
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Magic UI 4.0
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes