Honor 20i
$180
Overview
Honor 20i is a budget Android smartphone released in 2019 with a 6.21-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 710 chipset, 24 main camera, and 3400 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 20i
The display of Honor 20i measures 6.21 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 20i features 3 rear cameras: 24 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 20i has 3400mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 20i is powered by the Kirin 710 chipset with ARM Mali-G57 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1500 single-core and 5500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 242100.
The memory of Honor 20i offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of Honor 20i includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Honor 20i weighs 188g with Plastic frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm.
The software of Honor 20i runs Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 20i
Honor 20i has a 24 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 20i with Kirin 710 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 20i receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 20i 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 20i has a 3400mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 20i at $180 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 20i supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor 20i is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 20i has a 6.21-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 20i 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
6.21"
Main Camera
24
Chipset
Kirin 710
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 | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2019 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $280 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 188 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Gradient Blue", "Gradient red", "Magic Night Black"] |
| 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 LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.21 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| 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 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 710 |
| CPU | 2x1.6 GHz Cortex A75 + 6x1.6 GHz Cortex A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Kirin 710 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1500 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 242100 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 24 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.76" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5KJN1 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.64 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 2 |
| 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 | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | Samsung S5K4H7 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| 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 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| 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 | 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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3400 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | 18W |
| 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 | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, 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!