Honor Play4 Pro
$450
Overview
Honor Play4 Pro is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6.57-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 990 chipset, 40 main camera, and 4200 mAh battery.
Priced at $450, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor Play4 Pro
The display of Honor Play4 Pro measures 6.57 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2400 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor Play4 Pro features 2 rear cameras: 40 main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Honor Play4 Pro has 4200mAh capacity with 40 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 27. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Play4 Pro is powered by the Kirin 990 chipset with Mali-G76 MP16 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 750 single-core and 2900 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 480000.
The memory of Honor Play4 Pro offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is 128GB 8GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Honor Play4 Pro includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor Play4 Pro weighs 213.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm.
The software of Honor Play4 Pro runs Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services with Magic UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Play4 Pro
Honor Play4 Pro has a 40 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor Play4 Pro with Kirin 990 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor Play4 Pro receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor Play4 Pro supports 5G connectivity with Sub-6GHz bands for fast mobile data. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Honor Play4 Pro has a 4200mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Honor Play4 Pro at $450 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor Play4 Pro supports 40 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 27.
Honor Play4 Pro is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor Play4 Pro has a 6.57-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Honor Play4 Pro delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.57"
Main Camera
40
Chipset
Kirin 990
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $750 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 213.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "Blue", "Light Blue"] |
| 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 |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 6.57 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 84.5 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1920 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 990 |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.86 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x2.09 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.86 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MP16 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 5.0 TOPS |
| ISP Features | ais |
| Modem | Kirin 990 5G |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 750 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2900 |
| AnTuTu Score | 480000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 40 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.7" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX600 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | ToF sensor |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 32 |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.8 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 3d-tof |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac, aptx, aptx-hd |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-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 | true |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4200 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 40 |
| Wired Standard | 40 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 90 min |
| Wireless Charging | 27 |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | Yes, 5W |
| Charger in Box | 40 |
| Battery Health Features | true |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Magic UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | true |
| Accessibility | true |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | 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!