Honor 8X
Big-screen budget phone with a glossy glass back.
The Honor 8X is a budget Honor smartphone released Sep 2018, with a launch price of $180. It pairs the Kirin 710 with a 6.5" FHD+ IPS, notch display, a 20 MP + 2 MP depth main camera and a 3750 mAh, 10W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 60/100 — Big screen, small price. Standout strengths: big fhd+ display + glossy back at $180 and 3750 mah all-day battery. Main trade-off: no fast charging.
Big screen, small price.
Honor 8X gave budget buyers a big 6.5" FHD+ display and a glossy glass-look back at $180, riding the capable Kirin 710. One of Honor's biggest-selling budget phones of 2018-2019.
Read the full review- Big FHD+ display + glossy back at $180
- 3750 mAh all-day battery
- microSD + 3.5 mm jack
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Honor 8X compares
| Honor 8X | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Honor X7c | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 60 | 89 | 60 |
| Chipset | Kirin 710 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 685 |
| Display | 6.5" FHD+ IPS, notch | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.77" LCD 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 20 MP + 2 MP depth | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 108 MP · f/1.75 |
| Battery | 3750 mAh, 10W | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $180 | $1,299 | $200 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Honor 8X released?
The Honor 8X was released in Sep 2018.
How much does the Honor 8X cost?
The Honor 8X launched at $180 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Honor 8X screen size and type?
The Honor 8X has a 6.5" FHD+ IPS, notch display.
What chipset does the Honor 8X use?
The Honor 8X is powered by the Kirin 710 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Honor 8X have?
The Honor 8X ships with 4/6 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Honor 8X battery capacity?
The Honor 8X has a 3750 mAh, 10W battery.
What is the Honor 8X main camera?
The Honor 8X has a 20 MP + 2 MP depth main camera.
Does the Honor 8X have a headphone jack?
The Honor 8X has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Honor 8X weigh?
The Honor 8X weighs 175 g.
What colours does the Honor 8X come in?
The Honor 8X is available in 3 colours: Black, Blue, Red.
Is the Honor 8X worth buying?
Honor 8X gave budget buyers a big 6.5" FHD+ display and a glossy glass-look back at $180, riding the capable Kirin 710. One of Honor's biggest-selling budget phones of 2018-2019. SpecEagle gives the Honor 8X an editorial score of 60/100.
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