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Honor 6 Plus

$180

Overview

Honor 6 Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 925 chipset, 8 main camera, and 3600 mAh battery.

Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Honor 6 Plus

The display of Honor 6 Plus measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.

Size
5.5 inches
Type
IPS LCD
Resolution
1080x1920 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
450 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Honor 6 Plus features 1 rear cameras: 8 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
8
Camera Count
1 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP, FOV: 120°
Max Video
1080p

The battery of Honor 6 Plus has 3600mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
3600mAh
Wired Charging
10.0
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of Honor 6 Plus is powered by the Kirin 925 chipset with Mali-T628 MP4 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 40000.

Chipset
Kirin 925
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7)
GPU
Mali-T628 MP4
AnTuTu Score
40000

The memory of Honor 6 Plus offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB (3G model); 16/32GB (LTE model), 3GB RAM.

RAM Options
3GB
Storage Options
16GB
RAM Type
LPDDR3
Storage Type
16GB (3G model); 16/32GB (LTE model), 3GB RAM
Expandable
microSDXC (uses

The connectivity of Honor 6 Plus includes 5G support, Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.

5G
Yes
Wi-Fi
No
Bluetooth
4.0
NFC
Yes

The build of Honor 6 Plus weighs 165.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 150.5 x 75.7 x 7.5 mm.

Dimensions
150.5 x 75.7 x 7.5 mm
Weight
165.0g
Frame
Aluminum
Back
Glass

The software of Honor 6 Plus runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3
UI
EMUI
Update Policy
1 years

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Honor 6 Plus offers competitive value at $180 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

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Honor 6 Plus offers competitive value at $180 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 6 Plus

Honor 6 Plus has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

Related: mobile photography

Honor 6 Plus with Kirin 925 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Honor 6 Plus receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Yes, Honor 6 Plus supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Honor 6 Plus has a 3600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Honor 6 Plus at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Honor 6 Plus supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Honor 6 Plus is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Honor 6 Plus has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Honor 6 Plus 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

5.5"

Main Camera

8

Chipset

Kirin 925

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - PE-UL00
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 Bands[]
5G mmWave Bands[]
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation4G LTE
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM Standby
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA Support

Launch

Announced2014
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch Price$450

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)150.5 x 75.7 x 7.5 mm
Weight (g)165.0
Build MaterialsGlass front, aluminum frame, plastic back
FrameAluminum
Back FinishGlass
Colors["Soft Touch Black", "Soft Touch Blue", "Soft Touch Orange"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeIPS LCD
Size (inches)5.5
Resolution (px)1080x1920 pixels
Aspect Ratio4:5
Pixel Density (ppi)114
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)73.2
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)60
Peak Brightness (nits)450
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetKirin 925
CPUOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7)
GPUMali-T628 MP4
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
ModemKirin 925
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score40000
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM3GB
RAM TypeLPDDR3
Storage16GB
Storage Type16GB (3G model); 16/32GB (LTE model), 3GB RAM
Storage SpeedeMMC 5.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC (uses
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionsoftware

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor8
Main Sensor Size1/3.2"
Main Sensor ModelSony IMX214
Main Lensf/2.0, 28mm
OIS
AutofocusAutofocus
Pixel Binning
Ultrawide8MP, FOV: 120°
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashDual-LED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264, H.265
Slow Motion720p@120fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

ResolutionN/A
Sensor Size1/3.2"
Aperturef/2.4
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones2
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, aptX
DAC/AmpIntegrated

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient LightN/A
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)3600
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10.0
Wired StandardUSB 2.0
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box10W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherEMUI
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityStandard
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentsphone, charger, cable, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

Honor 6 Plus Review: Solid Performance for the Price

5.9/10
Average

Our comprehensive review of the Honor 6 Plus covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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