Huawei Honor 8C
$188.22
Overview
Huawei Honor 8C is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6.26-inch LCD IPS, Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset, 13 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $188.22, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Honor 8C
The display of Huawei Honor 8C measures 6.26 inches with LCD IPS technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720 x 1520 px resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Honor 8C features 2 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 4k @30 fps.
The battery of Huawei Honor 8C has 4000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 31 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Honor 8C is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 506 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 104213.
The connectivity of Huawei Honor 8C includes 5G support.
The build of Huawei Honor 8C weighs 167g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP53. Dimensions measure 158.7 x 75.9 x 8 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Honor 8C
Huawei Honor 8C has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Honor 8C with Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Honor 8C receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Honor 8C supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Huawei Honor 8C has IP53 protection against dust and water.
Huawei Honor 8C has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Huawei Honor 8C at $188.22 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Honor 8C supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 31 min minutes.
Huawei Honor 8C has a 6.26-inch LCD IPS with 120Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Huawei Honor 8C delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display. 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
Qualcomm Snapdragon 632
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | N/A |
| 2G Bands | N/A |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | N/A |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $188.22 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 158.7 x 75.9 x 8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 167 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy, Glass |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | N/A |
| IP Rating | IP53 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD IPS |
| Size (inches) | 6.26 |
| Resolution (px) | 720 x 1520 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 268 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | 70% NTSC |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 |
| CPU | 8x Kryo 250 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 506 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X4 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 104213 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | N/A |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.7" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX682 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Phase Detection |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 4k @30 fps |
| 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/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | N/A |
| 3.5mm Jack | N/A |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, SBC |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | N/A |
| Wi-Fi Features | N/A |
| Bluetooth | N/A |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | N/A |
| Dual-Band GNSS | N/A |
| FM Radio | N/A |
| USB | N/A |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity | N/A |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| 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-Polymer |
| Removable | N/A |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 31 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Basic battery management |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | MIUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic privacy |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, 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!
Huawei Honor 8C Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Huawei Honor 8C covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- + Smooth 120Hz+ display
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - Camera performance is average