Honor 8
$284
Overview
Honor 8 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 950 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $284, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor 8
The display of Honor 8 measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1100 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 8 features 1 rear cameras: 12 main, 16MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 8 has 3000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 33 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 8 is powered by the Kirin 950 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 650 600MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 950 single-core and 3500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 579239.
The memory of Honor 8 offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS 3.0.
The connectivity of Honor 8 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor 8 weighs 180g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68, IP69. Dimensions measure 145.5 x 71 x 7.5 mm.
The software of Honor 8 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 with Oxygen OS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 8
Honor 8 has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 8 with Kirin 950 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 8 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 8 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Honor 8 is water resistant with IP68, IP69 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Honor 8 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 8 at $284 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor 8 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 33 min minutes.
Honor 8 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 8 has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 1100 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The Honor 8 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.2"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Kirin 950
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE Cat. 6 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $494.11 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 145.5 x 71 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 180 |
| Build Materials | Back: Gorilla Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Pearl White", "Midnight Black", "Sapphire Blue", "Gold"] |
| IP Rating | IP68, IP69 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 88 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1100 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2.5D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | Gorilla Glass 3 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 950 |
| CPU | 1x Cortex • A77 2.84 GHz + 3x Cortex • A77 2.4 GHz + 4x Cortex • A55 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 650 600MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 1.92 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | HiSilicon Balong |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 950 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 579239 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.0 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX586 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | 16MP |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 8.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX471 Exmor RS |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | AK4376A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-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 | |
| Health Sensors | Heart Rate |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 33 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18 |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 8 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Oxygen OS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock |
| Accessibility | Voice Control |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Earphones, 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!