Honor Bee
$60
Overview
Honor Bee is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 4.5-inch TFT, Spreadtrum SC7731 chipset, 8 main camera, and 1730 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor Bee
The display of Honor Bee measures 4.5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x854 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor Bee features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor Bee has 1730mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Bee is powered by the Spreadtrum SC7731 chipset with Mali-400MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of Honor Bee offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1GB RAM.
The connectivity of Honor Bee includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Honor Bee with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 134.3 x 66.7 x 10 mm.
The software of Honor Bee runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), EMUI Lite 3 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Bee
Honor Bee has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor Bee with Spreadtrum SC7731 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor Bee receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor Bee 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 Bee has a 1730mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor Bee at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor Bee supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Honor Bee is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor Bee has a 4.5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Honor Bee 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
4.5"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Spreadtrum SC7731
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $120 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 134.3 x 66.7 x 10 mm |
| Weight (g) | N/A |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| 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 | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 4.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x854 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 217 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 62.3 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| 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 4.4.2 (KitKat), EMUI Lite 3 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Spreadtrum SC7731 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | spreadtrum-sc7731 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.2 inches |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| 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 |
| Slow Motion | N/A |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1730 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), EMUI Lite 3 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | 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!