Honor Pad V8 Pro
$530
Overview
Honor Pad V8 Pro is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2022 with a 12.1-inch IPS LCD, Dimensity 8100 chipset, 13 main camera, and 10050 mAh battery.
Priced at $530, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor Pad V8 Pro
The display of Honor Pad V8 Pro measures 12.1 inches with IPS LCD technology and 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 2560x1600 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor Pad V8 Pro features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Honor Pad V8 Pro has 10050mAh capacity with 35 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Pad V8 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 8100 chipset with Mali-G610 MC6 800MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 950 single-core and 3800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 814581.
The memory of Honor Pad V8 Pro offers 12GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Honor Pad V8 Pro includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, and Bluetooth 5.2.
The build of Honor Pad V8 Pro weighs 589g with Aluminum frame and Leather back. Dimensions measure 277 x 179 x 6.6 mm.
The software of Honor Pad V8 Pro runs Android 12, MagicOS 7 with Magic UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Pad V8 Pro
Honor Pad V8 Pro has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Honor Pad V8 Pro handles gaming well with its Dimensity 8100. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.
Honor Pad V8 Pro receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor Pad V8 Pro 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 Pad V8 Pro has a 10050mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Honor Pad V8 Pro at $530 is a premium mid-range device offering 10050mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor Pad V8 Pro supports 35 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor Pad V8 Pro is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor Pad V8 Pro has a 12.1-inch IPS LCD with 144Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Honor Pad V8 Pro delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display, all-day battery endurance. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
12.1"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Dimensity 8100
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | No cellular connectivity |
| 2G Bands | N/A |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | No SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | N/A |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2022 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, December 30 |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $530 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 277 x 179 x 6.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 589 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Leather |
| Colors | ["Grey", "Blue", "Orange"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | [] |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 12.1 |
| Resolution (px) | 2560x1600 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 8:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 249 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 144 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 144 |
| 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 12, MagicOS 7 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Dimensity 8100 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex • A78 2.85 GHz + 4x Cortex • A55 2.0 GHz |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 800MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 6 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | integrated |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 950 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 814581 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.0" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| 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 | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 1080p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (8 speakers) |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 4 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| 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) | 10050 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 35 |
| Wired Standard | 35 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 45 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | 500 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 12, MagicOS 7 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Magic UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, 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!