Overall Score
60.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2533)60.6
Performance(#2382)64.8
Camera(#2639)44.3
Display(#2750)72.5
Battery(#2253)58.5
Build(#10943)68.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor X6a
Short Review
- The Honor X6a features a sleek design with dimensions of 163.3 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 188g, available in Cyan Lake and Midnight Black.
- Its 6.56-inch TFT LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals but lacks HDR support.
- Powered by a Mediatek Helio G36 chipset, it delivers decent performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, alongside 128GB or 256GB of storage.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, complemented by 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera suffices for selfies.
- The 5200mAh battery supports 22.5W charging, ensuring longevity throughout the day without wireless charging.
- Running on Android 13 with MagicOS 8, it is upgradable to Android 14, providing a modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is equipped with a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Overall, the Honor X6a combines functional design, reliable performance, and a capable camera system in a well-rounded package.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, July 28
Announced2023, July 28
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.56"
TypeTFT LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5200 mAh
Charging Details22.5W wired, 31% in 20 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions163.3 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm (6.43 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)
Weight188 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCyan Lake, 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
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, upgradable to Android 14, MagicOS 8
OS VersionAndroid 13, upgradable to Android 14, MagicOS 8
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, gyro
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes