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Released: 2018

Honor View 20

Overall Score

51.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2124)51.6
Performance(#1326)86.6
Camera(#1324)64.7
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#947)78.7
Connectivity(#1903)67.0
Audio(#1963)8.9

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
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, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAFTOF 3D, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesPanorama, HDR, LED flash
Front Camera25 MP, f/2.0, 27mm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@960fps, (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo 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 & Safety

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
ColorsSaphire Blue, Phantom Blue, Phantom Red, Midnight Black
Foldable
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Magic UI 4.0
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass