Honor 6X
$150
Overview
Honor 6X is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 655 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3340 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 6X
The display of Honor 6X measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 6X features 2 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 6X has 3340mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 6X is powered by the Kirin 655 chipset with Mali-T830MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 750 single-core and 3000 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 55000.
The memory of Honor 6X offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Honor 6X includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Honor 6X weighs 162.0g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Dimensions measure 150.9 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm.
The software of Honor 6X runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 6X
Honor 6X has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 6X with Kirin 655 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 6X receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 6X 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 6X has a 3340mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 6X at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 6X supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Honor 6X is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 6X has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 6X 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
5.5"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Kirin 655
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 150.9 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 162.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["Gray", "Gold", "Silver"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 114 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 71.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| 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 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 655 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T830MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Kirin 655 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 750 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3000 |
| AnTuTu Score | 55000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX386 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | dual-tone LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1.0 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Standard 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 |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3340 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5V/2A |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 5 |
| Update Window | 1 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!