Honor 7
$231
Overview
Honor 7 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.2-inch IPS, Kirin 935 chipset, 20 main camera, and 3100 mAh battery.
Priced at $231, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 7
The display of Honor 7 measures 5.2 inches with IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 7 features 1 rear cameras: 20 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 7 has 3100mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 13 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 7 is powered by the Kirin 935 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 640 600MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 950 single-core and 3200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 369292.
The memory of Honor 7 offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 3.0.
The connectivity of Honor 7 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Honor 7 weighs 182g with Aluminum frame and metal back. Dimensions measure 143.2 x 71.9 x 8.5 mm.
The software of Honor 7 runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop), 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 7
Honor 7 has a 20 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 7 with Kirin 935 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 7 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 7 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 7 has a 3100mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 7 at $231 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 7 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 13 min minutes.
Honor 7 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 7 has a 5.2-inch IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Honor 7 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
5.2"
Main Camera
20
Chipset
Kirin 935
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Europe |
| 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 | 2015 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $364.69 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 143.2 x 71.9 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 182 |
| Build Materials | Back: Gorilla Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | metal |
| Colors | ["Gray", "Silver", "Gold"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 403 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v6 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3.1 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 935 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 1x Kryo 485 2.84 GHz + 3x Kryo 485 2.4 GHz + 4x Kryo 485 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 640 600MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Kirin 935 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 950 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 369292 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 3.0 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 20 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.4" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX586 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | 5 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 5.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX471 Exmor RS |
| 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, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon audio |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB 3.1 GEN1 |
| 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 | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Quick Charge |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 13 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop), 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 | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| 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!