Honor 8X Max
$180
Overview
Honor 8X Max is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 7.12-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 660 chipset, 16 main camera, and 5000 mAh battery.
Priced at $180, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 8X Max
The display of Honor 8X Max measures 7.12 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2244 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 8X Max features 2 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 8X Max has 5000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 8X Max is powered by the Snapdragon 660 chipset with Adreno 512 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1600 single-core and 5800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 140000.
The memory of Honor 8X Max offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM.
The connectivity of Honor 8X Max includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Honor 8X Max weighs 210.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 177.6 x 86.3 x 8.1 mm.
The software of Honor 8X Max runs Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9 (Pie), EMUI 9 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 8X Max
Honor 8X Max has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 8X Max with Snapdragon 660 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 8X Max receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Honor 8X Max has a 5000mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Honor 8X Max at $180 is a budget device offering 5000mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 8X Max supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes.
Honor 8X Max is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 8X Max has a 7.12-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 8X Max delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. The phone excels in all-day battery endurance. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
7.12"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 660
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $300 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 177.6 x 86.3 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 210.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "Blue", "Red"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Graphite Sheet |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 7.12 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2244 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 90:187 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 350 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83.4 |
| 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) | 250 |
| 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 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9 (Pie), EMUI 9 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 660 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.95 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 512 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1600 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 140000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.8 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| 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, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| 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 | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 4 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W charger |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Care |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9 (Pie), EMUI 9 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, PrivateSpace |
| Accessibility | Voice Control, Magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, cable, case, 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!