Honor V8
$165
Overview
Honor V8 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.7-inch IPS, Kirin 950 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3500 mAh battery.
Priced at $165, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor V8
The display of Honor V8 measures 5.7 inches with IPS 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 V8 features 1 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor V8 has 3500mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor V8 is powered by the Kirin 950 chipset with ARM Mali-G57 MP1 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1650 single-core and 5200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 328523.
The memory of Honor V8 offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Honor V8 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor V8 weighs 610g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 157 x 77.6 x 7.8 mm.
The software of Honor V8 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor V8
Honor V8 has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor V8 with Kirin 950 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor V8 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor V8 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Honor V8 has a 3500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor V8 at $165 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor V8 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor V8 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor V8 has a 5.7-inch IPS with 90Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor V8 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
5.7"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Kirin 950
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 | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $165 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 157 x 77.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 610 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Silver", "Gold", "Rose Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Size (inches) | 5.7 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 386 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 950 |
| CPU | Octa-Core: 6 x ARM Cortex A55 1.8Ghz + 2 x ARM Cortex A75 2.2Ghz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 MP1 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 1.92 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | HiSilicon Balong 700 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 328523 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX286 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 2 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| 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 | CMOS |
| 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 | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, 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, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3500 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | 1100 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, PrivateSpace |
| Accessibility | Magnification, TalkBack |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Earphones, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | 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!