Honor 7i
$120
Overview
Honor 7i is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 616 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3100 mAh battery.
Priced at $120, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 7i
The display of Honor 7i measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 7i features 1 rear cameras: 13 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 7i has 3100mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 14 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 7i is powered by the Snapdragon 616 chipset with Adreno 405 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 750 single-core and 2800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 179231.
The memory of Honor 7i offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM (AL00).
The connectivity of Honor 7i includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor 7i weighs 188g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 141.6 x 71.2 x 7.8 mm.
The software of Honor 7i runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 with Realme UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 7i
Honor 7i has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 7i with Snapdragon 616 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 7i receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Honor 7i has a 3100mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 7i at $120 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 7i supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 14 min minutes.
Honor 7i is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 7i has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Honor 7i 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
5.2"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 616
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $139.4 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 141.6 x 71.2 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 188 |
| Build Materials | Aluminum frame, glass front, plastic back |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White", "Gold"] |
| 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 | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 270 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 616 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Adreno 405 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 750 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 179231 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM (AL00) |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.73" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor RS IMX471 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 25.1mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Aperture | f/2.1 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | 24-bit/192kHz |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm Aqstic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-Mounted) |
| 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 | N/A |
| Health Sensors | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3100 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 14 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Realme UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, USB cable, SIM ejector, case |
| 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!