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Huawei Honor 8s

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Overview

Huawei Honor 8s is a budget Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 5.71-inch LCD IPS, MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) chipset, 13 main camera, and 3020 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Huawei Honor 8s

The display of Huawei Honor 8s measures 5.71 inches with LCD IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720 x 1520 px resolution.

Size
5.71 inches
Type
LCD IPS
Resolution
720 x 1520 px
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
400 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Huawei Honor 8s features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.

Main Sensor
13
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
720p

The battery of Huawei Honor 8s has 3020mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
3020mAh
Wired Charging
10
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of Huawei Honor 8s is powered by the MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) chipset with IMG PowerVR GE-class GPU GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 56445.

Chipset
MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
CPU
Quad-Core (4x Cortex A53) 2.0 GHz
GPU
IMG PowerVR GE-class GPU
AnTuTu Score
56445

The memory of Huawei Honor 8s offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
8GB
RAM Type
LPDDR3
Storage Type
eMMC 5.1
Expandable
microSDXC

The connectivity of Huawei Honor 8s includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.

5G
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0
NFC
No

The build of Huawei Honor 8s weighs 146g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 147.1 x 70.8 x 8.5 mm.

Dimensions
147.1 x 70.8 x 8.5 mm
Weight
146g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic
IP Rating
IP68

The software of Huawei Honor 8s runs Android 4.4 (KitKat). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Update Policy
1 years

Compare Huawei Honor 8s

Huawei Honor 8s vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Huawei Honor 8s offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

$0 price point
MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
5.71" display

Huawei Honor 8s vs Motorola Moto G Power

Huawei Honor 8s offers competitive value at $0 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

$0 price point
MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
5.71" display

Huawei Honor 8s vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Huawei Honor 8s offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$0 price point
MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
5.71" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Honor 8s

Huawei Honor 8s has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

Related: mobile photography

Huawei Honor 8s with MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Huawei Honor 8s receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Yes, Huawei Honor 8s supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Yes, Huawei Honor 8s is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.

Related: water resistance

Huawei Honor 8s has a 3020mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Huawei Honor 8s at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Huawei Honor 8s supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Huawei Honor 8s is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Huawei Honor 8s has a 5.71-inch LCD IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Huawei Honor 8s 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

5.71"

Main Camera

13

Chipset

MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 850 / 1900 - EM5EL043
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 Bands[]
5G mmWave Bands[]
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMicro-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA Support

Launch

Announced2019
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)147.1 x 70.8 x 8.5 mm
Weight (g)146
Build MaterialsPolycarbonate
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Gray"]
IP RatingIP68
Rugged Certifications[]
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeLCD IPS
Size (inches)5.71
Resolution (px)720 x 1520 px
Aspect Ratio9:16
Pixel Density (ppi)295
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)78
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)400
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)250
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.4 (KitKat)
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetMediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761)
CPUQuad-Core (4x Cortex A53) 2.0 GHz
GPUIMG PowerVR GE-class GPU
NPU/AI TOPs0.3 TOPS
ISP FeaturesBasic
Modemmt6761
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score56445
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR3
Storage8GB
Storage TypeeMMC 5.1
Storage Speedemmc-5.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDXC
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionsoftware

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor13
Main Sensor Size1/3.1 inch
Main Sensor ModelCMOS BSI
Main Lensf/1.8, 1.8mm
OIS
AutofocusAF
Pixel Binning1.12 um
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution720p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video Codecsh264
Slow Motion
Video Stabilization
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution5
Sensor SizeCMOS
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video720p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock2D

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB 2.0
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorSide-Mounted
3D Face ID2D
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsAccelerometer, Proximity, Ambient Light
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)3020
TypeLi-Polymer
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10
Wired Standardmicro-usb
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box5w-charger
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.4 (KitKat)
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityBasic
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

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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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

Huawei Honor 8s Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Huawei Honor 8s covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3 stars)
Pros
  • + IP68 water and dust resistance
Cons
  • - Display could be brighter or smoother
  • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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