Honor 8
Glass-sandwiched dual-camera mid-flagship.
The Honor 8 is a mid-range Honor smartphone released Aug 2016, with a launch price of $400. It pairs the Kirin 950 with a 5.2" FHD IPS display, a 12 MP RGB + 12 MP mono dual main camera and a 3000 mAh, 9V/2A battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 70/100 — Glass and dual cameras. Standout strengths: striking 15-layer glass back catches light and rgb + monochrome dual cam for detail. Main trade-off: emui 4.1 dated.
Glass and dual cameras.
Honor 8 paired a glistening 15-layer glass back with an RGB + monochrome dual camera borrowed from Huawei's P-series, delivering premium looks and detail-rich photos at $400 — a defining device for the young Honor brand.
Read the full review- Striking 15-layer glass back catches light
- RGB + monochrome dual cam for detail
- Compact 5.2" / 153 g
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Honor 8 compares
| Honor 8 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Honor X9b | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 70 | 89 | 70 |
| Chipset | Kirin 950 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Display | 5.2" FHD IPS | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.78" curved AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP RGB + 12 MP mono dual | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 108 MP · f/1.75 |
| Battery | 3000 mAh, 9V/2A | 5,000 mAh | 5,800 mAh |
| Launch price | $400 | $1,299 | $349 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Honor 8 released?
The Honor 8 was released in Aug 2016.
How much does the Honor 8 cost?
The Honor 8 launched at $400 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Honor 8 screen size and type?
The Honor 8 has a 5.2" FHD IPS display.
What chipset does the Honor 8 use?
The Honor 8 is powered by the Kirin 950 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Honor 8 have?
The Honor 8 ships with 4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Honor 8 battery capacity?
The Honor 8 has a 3000 mAh, 9V/2A battery.
What is the Honor 8 main camera?
The Honor 8 has a 12 MP RGB + 12 MP mono dual main camera.
Does the Honor 8 have a headphone jack?
The Honor 8 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Honor 8 weigh?
The Honor 8 weighs 153 g.
What colours does the Honor 8 come in?
The Honor 8 is available in 3 colours: Midnight Black, Pearl White, Sapphire Blue.
Is the Honor 8 worth buying?
Honor 8 paired a glistening 15-layer glass back with an RGB + monochrome dual camera borrowed from Huawei's P-series, delivering premium looks and detail-rich photos at $400 — a defining device for the young Honor brand. SpecEagle gives the Honor 8 an editorial score of 70/100.
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