Honor 3C
$80
Overview
Honor 3C is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) chipset, 8 main camera, and 2300 mAh battery.
Priced at $80, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 3C
The display of Honor 3C measures 5 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 3C features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 3C has 2300mAh capacity with 23 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 3C is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 619 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 180 single-core and 650 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 437860.
The memory of Honor 3C offers 2GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is Not mentioned.
The connectivity of Honor 3C includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Honor 3C weighs 194g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 139.5 x 71.4 x 9.2 mm.
The software of Honor 3C runs Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI Lite 2 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 3C
Honor 3C has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 3C with Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 3C receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Honor 3C has a 2300mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 3C at $80 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 3C supports 23 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor 3C is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 3C has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 3C delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $200 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 139.5 x 71.4 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 194 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["White/Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Not mentioned |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 270 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 300 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI Lite 2 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) |
| CPU | 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold + 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 619 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Qualcomm MDM9215 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 180 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 650 |
| AnTuTu Score | 437860 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | Not mentioned |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.7 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 0.3 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | Software |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2300 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 23 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 1.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5V/1A |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI Lite 2 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, USB cable, user manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!