Honor Pad 2
$134
Overview
Honor Pad 2 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 8-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 615 chipset, 8 main camera, and 4800 mAh battery.
Priced at $134, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor Pad 2
The display of Honor Pad 2 measures 8 inches with IPS LCD technology and 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1200x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor Pad 2 features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor Pad 2 has 4800mAh capacity with 67 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Pad 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset with Mali-G710 MC10 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 2500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 1103049.
The memory of Honor Pad 2 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR5 technology. Storage is UFS 3.1.
The connectivity of Honor Pad 2 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Honor Pad 2 weighs 552g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP69. Dimensions measure 209.3 x 123 x 8.1 mm.
The software of Honor Pad 2 runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Pad 2
Honor Pad 2 has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor Pad 2 with Snapdragon 615 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor Pad 2 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Honor Pad 2 has IP69 protection against dust and water.
Honor Pad 2 has a 4800mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Honor Pad 2 at $134 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor Pad 2 supports 67 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.
Honor Pad 2 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor Pad 2 has a 8-inch IPS LCD with 144Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes Dolby Vision.
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Verdict
The Honor Pad 2 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
8"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Snapdragon 615
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 | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4G LTE |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $424.59 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 209.3 x 123 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 552 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["Gold", "White"] |
| IP Rating | IP69 |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 8 |
| Resolution (px) | 1200x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:7 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 296 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83.75 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 144 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | Dolby Vision |
| Color Gamut | 96% NTSC |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| 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 | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 |
| CPU | 1x Cortex • X2 3.05GHz + 3x Cortex • A710 2.85GHz + 4x Cortex • A510 1.85GHz (Octa-Core, 4nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G710 MC10 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 1103049 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| 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 | 2 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.3 |
| 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 |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4800 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 67 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 45 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 10 |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | 1000 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Tablet, Charger, USB Cable, Quick Start Guide |
| 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!
Honor Pad 2 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Honor Pad 2 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- + Wireless charging support
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - Camera performance is average