Ranking of the best Honor smartphones for 2020

It is difficult to imagine modern life without a mobile phone, which has long replaced many of the most necessary things. The choice of smartphones is very rich, and therefore it is easy to get lost among the variety of characteristics, functions, screen types, colors and shapes.

China's leading smartphone manufacturer Huawei is the third largest in the world in terms of popularity and size, so the Honor line from this major manufacturer is now becoming a brand in its own right.

It is especially popular among young people, which is reflected in the design, the main characteristics of the products and the cost of the models. In addition, Honor products are more common in online stores.

The best premium Honor smartphones

Flagship and sub-flagship phones of the Honor brand are an excellent solution for users who want to purchase a device with powerful hardware, high-quality cameras and a screen at an adequate price.

Huawei is trying to improve its own brand in a different direction from its core business.

Ultimately, the devices of the Honor brand are of high quality in terms of technological parameters. However, they do not include smartphones at a price higher than 35 thousand rubles, and even more so unique gadgets for 150,000-200,000.

4th place: Honor 10

A smartphone model that boasts perhaps the best camera and image quality. The main camera is dual, the resolution is 16/24 megapixels. There is a triple autofocus function as well as an LED flash. Front camera resolution is 24 megapixels. In addition, the model is equipped with a narrow-bezel screen (5.84 inches) with a resolution of 2280 × 1080 pixels.

Octa-core processor, Android 8.1 operating system, as well as 64 GB of permanent memory and 4 GB of RAM. However, there is no support for memory cards.

The battery with a capacity of 3 400 mAh allows you to work autonomously for 13 hours (talk time) and 15 days in standby mode.

Average price (in rubles):

• for version 4/64 GB - 19,000;
• for version 4/128 GB - 18 300;
• for version 6/64 GB - 27,000;
• for version 6/128 GB - 21,000.

• high performance;
• the battery holds a charge for a long time;
• the presence of the NFC module;
• high-speed performance;
• face unlocking.

• small notification indicator;
• oversaturation of color in pictures.

3rd place: Honor View 10

A fairly reliable smartphone with an eight-core processor and an Android 8 operating system. Equipped with a 5.99-inch screen (resolution 2160 × 1080 pixels). Has 126 GB of permanent memory and 6 GB of RAM. At the same time, it supports memory cards up to 256 GB.

The battery capacity is 3750 mAh. Rich settings of the dual main camera (20/16 megapixels) - recognition of up to 13 types of objects and scenes. Front camera - 13 megapixels.

The average price is 25,000 rubles.

• high quality images;
• good performance;
• durable metal body;
• autonomy;
• pleasant and moderately bright screen;
• sensor responsiveness;
• high quality sound.

• easily soiled surface;
• bulging chambers.

2nd place: Honor 20

This smartphone has an original design. The rear part is made of glass materials using the multidimensional dynamic holography effect. The exclusive Triple 3D Mesh technology is based on the formation of a number of layers, which are responsible for light reflection and light refraction.

The layers on the bottom contain many tiny prisms that diffuse the passing light, while the top ones give the coating color and shape.

The model is equipped with an IPS screen with a diagonal of 6.26 inches and a resolution of 2340x1080 px. The screen is protected by an almost flat glass that does not glare on the sides.

The physical dimensions of the display are 67x144 mm, the aspect ratio is 19.5: 9, the pixel saturation is 512 PPI. The bezel around the display is approximately 3.5 mm wide at the ends, 6 mm at the bottom, and 3.5 mm at the top. The display accounts for 91.7 percent of the front space.

The front-end of the phone is single. The camera with a 32-megapixel sensor (pixel size is 0.8 microns) is equipped with a lens with aperture of 2.0. There is no automatic focusing.

A high-quality camera performs the functions assigned to it in the best way. On the display of the phone itself, detail and sharpness are excellent. The color rendition is generally good: high-quality images are obtained in any light. The camera safely removes objects in the process of blurring the background, and in general its functionality is fully sufficient for most of the users.

The average price is 23,300 rubles.

• relatively exclusive and at the same time refined appearance;
• relatively small size;
• excellent speed of work;
• high-quality camera, especially during the day;
• reasonable cost.

• there is no tray for a flash drive;
• difficulties with throttling / switching to lower cores;
• low connection speed with LTE;
• no protection against dust and moisture is provided;
• lack of a 3.5 mm headphone jack;
• overly sensitive fingerprint sensor.

1st place: Honor 20 Pro

The model came out much stricter and more solid when compared with other smartphones from the brand, which now, thanks to their own bright gradient back cover, shine in the sun like decorations for a Christmas tree. This device also has a gradient transition in colors. However, everything here is in some way much more restrained, calmer and not so pronounced.

The model is equipped with an IPS screen with a diagonal of 6.26 inches and a resolution of 2340x1080 px. The screen is protected by an almost flat glass that does not shine on the edges. The physical dimensions of the display are 67x144 mm, the aspect ratio is 19.5: 9, and the pixel saturation is 412 PPI. The bezel around the perimeter of the display is approximately 3.5 mm wide at the ends and at the top, and 6 mm at the bottom. The screen accounts for 91.7% of the bezel space.

The front camera is a module with a 32-megapixel matrix (pixel size is 0.8 microns) and a lens, the aperture of which is 2.0. There is no automatic focusing. There is an electronic stabilization.

The camera is good. The detail and sharpness of the picture are pleasantly shocking. The color reproduction is excellent, the camera shoots well under any lighting conditions. Safely removes objects while blurring the background. It has extensive functionality that will appeal to most users.

The average price is 29,150 rubles.

• appearance;
• autonomy;
• cameras.

• dimensions and weight;
• vibrational feedback - powerful, however, elementary.

Best Honor smartphones in price / quality ratio

The overwhelming majority of people do not have a large amount of funds that can be allocated for the purchase of a smartphone.In this case, users try to invest every available ruble as correctly as possible. If you consider yourself directly in this category of buyers, then this section is especially for you.

It includes 2 phones that attract attention with excellent parameters, nice design and adequate price.

2nd place: Honor 7X

Fashionable almost frameless smartphone with an eight-core processor. It has a 3,340 mAh battery, 64 GB of permanent memory and 4 GB of RAM. Android 7.0 operating system, screen resolution is 2160 × 1080 pixels. The smartphone supports two SIM cards, and also has a slot for a memory card up to 128 GB.

The main dual camera has a resolution of 16/2 megapixels, there is a portrait function, and focusing is very fast. Front camera resolution is 8 megapixels. Moreover, it supports a rich catalog of selfie effects.

The average price is 10,500 rubles.

• design;
• comfortable screen;
• high quality images;
• the set includes a cover;
• the body is durable - metal;
• high-speed performance.

• not detected.

1st place: Honor 9 Lite

A smartphone made in glass, equipped with dual (tandem) cameras on the front and back. Differs in speed, has a fully functional NFC module. Operating system Android 8.0, support for two SIM cards, the amount of RAM is 3 GB.

The smartphone supports all major LTE bands. Has a bright enough screen, stylish design.

The average price is 9,000 rubles.

• nice design;
• good quality pictures taken with the front camera;
• the set includes a convenient case.

• not suitable for games;
• the quality of the main camera is inferior to the quality of the front one;
• inconveniently located headphone jack.

Best Honor smartphones in the affordable segment

The manufacturer has been trying for a long time to compete with other brands in all market segments. However, first of all, the brand we are considering is aimed at young people, and therefore among its products there are a large number of affordable and at the same time high-quality and functional models.

Of course, there is no point in waiting for the functionality of premium class devices from these devices. However, the consumer will receive a perfectly calibrated and bright display, a good "filling" and even an NFC module in one of the devices offered below.

2nd place: Honor 7C

The second line in the heading was taken by this high-quality and affordable gadget. For a budget cost, it provides everything a teenager needs. There is a fairly large screen with a diagonal of 5.7 inches. The aspect ratio of the sides is 2: 1.

Due to the HD-resolution, the device is able to boast of a small, by today's criteria, pixel saturation, which is 282 PPI. But this made it possible to release the device pretty nimble without premium "stuffing".

If a user needs a balanced phone, which has everything that a modern smartphone owner needs, then feel free to take this model. From among budget gadgets, it is almost impossible to find another one that is similar in quality, moreover, with an NFC module.

The phone runs on OS Android Oreo directly from the factory. The model is powered by a battery with a capacity of 3,000 mAh. One of the most significant advantages of a smartphone is the presence of an NFC module, which should be counted as a very useful bonus, given such an affordable price.

In addition, this smartphone differs from rivals in that it has a dual rear camera, but it should be borne in mind that this is in some way a tribute to trends and it will not work to shoot professional footage. The same applies to the front-facing 8-megapixel camera typical for its own segment.

The average price is 8,000 rubles.

• independent tray for micro SD;
• there is an NFC module;
• nice appearance;
• good cost-to-functionality ratio;
• quick response of the fingerprint sensor;
• you can use Face ID;
• protective film for the display in the box.

• the back panel is not resistant to scratches and dirt;
• mediocre autonomy;
• there are errors in Face ID.

1st place: Honor 8 Lite

Perhaps the most budgetary model in our top. For this money, the manufacturer equipped the device with a high quality display (diagonal is 5.2 inches, and the resolution is FHD), a Kirin 655 chip and 4 GB of RAM.

In addition to the basic set, the user will see headphones in the package. They will not delight even the unassuming consumer with the sound quality, however, for their own cost, this bonus pleases.

The phone operates smoothly with all LTE bands popular in the Russian Federation. There is a place for Dual SIM (one of the trays is donated for a flash drive).

The average price is 7,500 rubles.

• comfortable body dimensions;
• pixel saturation is 424 PPI;
• good sound from speakers;
• popular brand style appearance;
• excellent speed of work;
• thoughtful interface.

• cameras - a confident "average";
• performance is not good for gamers.

Best Honor phablets

The popularity of large-screen smartphones can be attributed to various factors. Some users want to combine a smartphone with a tablet PC in this way, while others do not have the opportunity to buy an additional gadget due to their low budget.

The large screen will also be a great solution for watching videos on the go and demanding applications that, by the way, are rapidly entering the world of esports.

Whatever the customer's goal is when choosing a phone with a large display, the gadgets offered by the Chinese company are likely to satisfy all your needs.

2nd place: Honor 8X

If the user is often on the road and loves to watch videos on the way, then Honor has developed this smartphone especially for him. It is equipped with a huge screen, the diagonal of which is 6.5 inches, the resolution is 2340x1080 px, the aspect ratio is 19.5: 9. In addition, the model also offers a dual camera, as well as a good "stuffing".

The device can handle all games with ease. In addition, the model has an NFC module in order to pay for purchases using a smartphone.

With the device's display covering nearly 85% of the front, the phone is nearly the same size as the previous 8 Pro, which had a 0.8-inch smaller screen.

RAM and ROM in the gadget are 4 GB and 64 GB, respectively. If the internal memory is not enough for the user, then it can be increased by installing a micro SD. The key advantage of a smartphone, by the way, is an independent, not a hybrid, tray for two SIM cards and a flash drive.

Average price (in rubles):

• for the 4/64 GB option - 12 950;
• for the 4/128 GB variant - 14,450.

• an independent tray for 2 SIM cards and a flash drive;
• dimensions, brightness and contrast of the screen;
• good speed of work;
• indicators of autonomous work reach 1.5-2 days at average loads;
• good rear camera.

• slippery body;
• aging micro USB connector.

1st place: Honor Play

Already from the name it is clear that the leader of this category is designed for users who are simply crazy about mobile games. The hardware selected for this smartphone can handle all current games:

• central processor - Kirin 970;
• video accelerator - Mali-G72;
• 3GB of RAM.

The device is equipped with all the required modules, including NFC. The battery has an impressive capacity of 3,750 mAh. In addition to the charger, a clip for working with SIM cards and a cord, the package includes an uncomplicated colorless case, which is already some classics on the market.

The display resolution in the phone is similar to the 8X model. However, due to the slightly reduced dimensions (6.3 inches), the buyer will get better pixel saturation, which is 409 PPI.

The rear camera in the final model of our rating is slightly simpler when compared with the younger "brother". However, the front of the smartphone has the same module that will appeal to those who like to photograph themselves.

The average price is 17,000 rubles.

• excellent speed of work;
• perfectly calibrated display;
• lightness, given the size;
• accurate functioning of wireless modules;
• large display in a fairly small case;
• clear sound from two speakers;
• front 16-megapixel camera.

• mediocre rear camera when you consider the cost.

How to choose a smartphone?

The choice of this device is a rather difficult task, requiring a thorough study of the technical characteristics, functionality and features of smartphones of different models. To facilitate the task, you should define the main selection criteria:

1. Cost. The price directly depends on the technical specifications, which include the type and power of the processor, screen properties, memory size and other important options. In online stores, you can compare the characteristics of several devices and choose the best one for cost.
2. Screen. The larger it is, the better it is for the eyes. The best option if the screen is large, but you can still operate it with one hand. Frameless smartphones are now fashionable, however, they are not always convenient.
3. Convenience. This criterion smoothly continues the theme of the previous one, since a large screen does not always mean ease of operation. The phone should sit well in the hand, not slip out or outweigh.
4. Operating system. To date, the most popular and convenient OS is Android. Needless to say, the newer the version, the better.
5. CPU. There are many details and subtleties by this criterion, but in general, we can say that the most reliable processors are Snapdragon and Kirin processors. The main advantage of the first type of process is the graphics accelerator. Otherwise, they practically do not differ from each other.
6. The amount of RAM. A very important parameter responsible for the performance of applications. The minimum allowable amount of RAM ranges from 2 to 4 GB.
7. Built-in memory capacity. This indicator depends on the needs of the user. Videos, photos, games take up quite a lot of space, so video and photo lovers, as well as gamers, should choose a smartphone with at least 64 GB of internal memory.
8. Main camera. Those who are fond of photography will appreciate smartphones equipped with a camera of at least 16 megapixels. The importance of having photo effects, settings and advanced functionality depends on the needs of the buyer.
9. Front-camera. Especially important for fans of this type of photo, such as selfies, as well as for those who like to communicate via video calls. For the image or video quality to be clear and not "soapy", the resolution of the front camera must be at least 13 megapixels.
10. Battery. Another significant parameter that must be considered when choosing and buying a smartphone. The larger the battery capacity, the longer the device will work without additional recharging. Many necessary, useful and pleasant applications "eat up" the phone's energy resources, as a result of which there is a risk of being left without communication at the most inopportune moment, therefore the most reliable and powerful battery is one with a capacity of at least 2,500 mAh. This indicator is also suitable for those who actively use a smartphone.
11. Support for two SIM cards. The parameter is not of primary importance, however, significant. Depends on personal preference. The availability of such an opportunity is most suitable for business people, as well as for those who travel frequently or are simply used to separating work and personal life.
12. Intelligent power saving mode. This feature is of secondary importance as it aims to conserve battery power and optimize running applications in the background.
13. Hull protection.A parameter that is important for those who do not want to worry too much about the state of the smartphone when it slips out of hand. The rugged case will delight lovers of active travel, sports, young parents, pet owners and simply those who cannot call themselves a very careful user.

Conclusion

In the modern world, using this small and rather fragile device, people around the world have the opportunity to instantly receive information, work, keep abreast of the latest news, communicate with family and friends around the world, watch their favorite movies, listen to music, pay for purchases, read books , create interesting videos and capture the bright moments of your life, create and have fun.

In this regard, when a smartphone has become not just a way to send a message or make a call, but has turned into a pocket computer, you should be especially careful when choosing the best model of this device. First of all, it is necessary to take into account your own wishes, to determine the most significant capabilities of the desired smartphone.

Whether it's a high-quality camera or a powerful GPU with GPU, or sound quality from speakers. At the same time, the smartphone must satisfy financial capabilities.

Before buying, you should carefully study all possible options, compare them, as well as familiarize yourself with customer reviews and comments, watch video reviews in order to get the most complete picture of the desired model.