Honor 8C
$149
Overview
Honor 8C is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6.26-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 632 chipset, 13 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $149, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 8C
The display of Honor 8C measures 6.26 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1520 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 8C features 2 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 8C has 4000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 8C is powered by the Snapdragon 632 chipset with Adreno 506 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1200 single-core and 4200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 100000.
The memory of Honor 8C offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Honor 8C includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Honor 8C weighs 167.2g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP5. Dimensions measure 158.7 x 75.9 x 8 mm.
The software of Honor 8C runs Android 8.1 (Oreo), EMUI 8.2 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 8C
Honor 8C has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 8C with Snapdragon 632 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 8C receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Honor 8C has IP5 protection against dust and water.
Honor 8C has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Honor 8C at $149 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 8C supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor 8C is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 8C has a 6.26-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 8C 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
6.26"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 632
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $199 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 158.7 x 75.9 x 8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 167.2 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, plastic back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Magic Night Black", "Platinum Light Gold", "Aurora Blue", "Nebula Purple"] |
| IP Rating | IP5 |
| 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) | 6.26 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1520 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 19:9 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81.2 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo), EMUI 8.2 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 632 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 250 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 506 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X4 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1200 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 4200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 100000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV13855 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| 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 | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo), EMUI 8.2 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual, SIM tool |
| 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!