Honor 6
$228
Overview
Honor 6 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 5-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 920 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3100 mAh battery.
Priced at $228, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 6
The display of Honor 6 measures 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 6 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 6 has 3100mAh capacity with 20 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 6 is powered by the Kirin 920 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 630 710MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 850 single-core and 2800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 445000.
The memory of Honor 6 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.
The connectivity of Honor 6 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot/ DLNA (market dependent), and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor 6 weighs 177g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H. Dimensions measure 139.6 x 69.7 x 7.5 mm.
The software of Honor 6 runs Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 with Oxygen OS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 6
Honor 6 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 6 with Kirin 920 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 6 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 6 is water resistant with IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Honor 6 has a 3100mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 6 at $228 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 6 supports 20 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor 6 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 6 has a 5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 6 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"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Kirin 920
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 - H60-L02, H60-L12, H60-L04 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $294.11 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 139.6 x 69.7 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 177 |
| Build Materials | Back: Mineral Glass |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:19 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | Full sRGB standard |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| 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), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 920 |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 385 2.8 GHz + 4x Kryo 385 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 630 710MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Kirin 920 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 850 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 445000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.6" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX519 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.22µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 20.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX371 Exmor |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| 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 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot/ DLNA (market dependent) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot/ DLNA (market dependent) |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Type C |
| 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 | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3100 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 20 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 45 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | 1200 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Oxygen OS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | B |
| 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!