Best budget Honor smartphones in 2021

Honor produces good but inexpensive phones with a decent camera and battery, which has allowed them to take second place in the ranking of the best-selling brands in Russia. The company's smartphones attract attention with their bright design, advanced characteristics, as well as a good price/quality ratio, because you get excellent features for minimal money.

For your convenience, we have prepared a rating that includes the best Honor phones of 2020-2021, which you can choose for yourself or as a gift to your loved ones. We have not only prepared a list of good models, but will also introduce you to their advantages and disadvantages, which will allow you to choose the best option depending on your requirements for the gadget. After reading the rating, you will find out where the best camera, battery life and performance are.

HONOR 8S Prime

HONOR 8S Prime is the cheapest cell phone of the brand, which offers maximum features for its price. It is suitable for surfing the Internet, watching movies in high quality and not too demanding games. The new product is equipped with a 5.71-inch IPS screen with HD+ resolution, which makes it one of the most compact in the 2021 model range.

RAM is 3 GB, while the internal memory is limited to 64 GB. Additionally, you can install MicroSD up to 512 GB. In its upper part there is a drop-shaped cutout for a 5 MP front camera, which can record video in FullHD. There is only one main camera of 13 megapixels with f/1.8 aperture. The battery is only 3000 mAh, but due to weak hardware it lasts for a long time. Responsible for performance is the weak Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 processor with 4 cores and a frequency of up to 2 GHz.

Pros:

Very compact;
Fits well in the hand;
Price;
Optimal amount of memory;
A film is glued to the screen from the factory;
Autonomy;
Camera.

Minuses:

Weak processor, although for this price you wouldn’t expect anything else;
No NFS.

Huawei Honor 10i

The best Honor smartphone under 15,000 rubles attracts with its good camera, frameless design and autonomy. 83% of its front panel is occupied by a 6.21-inch IPS screen operating at a resolution of 2340x1080 pixels. The phone has 128 GB of memory, which complements 4 GB of RAM. At the top of the display there is a drop-shaped cutout with a 32 MP front camera built into it. It not only takes high-quality photos, but is also used for face unlocking.

This is a good phone for photography, because on its back there are three sensors with the following parameters:

24 MP main lens with F/1.8 aperture;
8 MP wide-angle lens;
2 MP sensor for determining depth in pictures with Bokeh effect.

Cameras are not the only thing that makes the gadget stand out. It has a powerful Kirin 710 processor, the performance of which is on par with the Snapdragon 710 found in budget competitors. It handles games well, and on top of that there is proprietary GPU Turbo 2.0 technology. The 3400 mAh battery supports fast charging, although it uses an outdated MicroUSB port. The NFC chip can be used to synchronize with other devices and make contactless payments.

Pros:

Good front and main camera with artificial intelligence;
Frameless IPS display;
There is NFC;
Fast fingerprint scanner.

Minuses:

MicroUSB port.

Honor 8A

Display: 6.09 inches, HD+, IPS
Processor: Helio P35
Memory (RAM/ROM): 2/32 GB
Camera (main/front): 13/8 MP
Battery: 3020 mAh

Price: from 8,000 rubles

Honor 8A is another inexpensive device that will please you with its pretty appearance, original design of the rear panel, NFC, and a decent camera for this price. Despite the small battery, it holds a charge well and even with active use it will last for the whole working day.

The model has a finger scanner, a separate SIM slot and a fast processor. However, the memory in the device is slow, so it may be a little slow when playing games or multitasking. Otherwise, this is a great option for everyday use.

Advantages:

Inexpensive.
Nice appearance.
High quality display.
There is NFC.
Good autonomy.
Separate tray for memory card.
Good photos (especially with the front camera).

Flaws:

The memory is slow and the phone may slow down.

Huawei Honor 20 Lite

How to choose a good Honor smartphone?

The characteristics of the models will help you determine which Honor smartphone is better to buy:

RAM . The optimal RAM value for a modern smartphone is 6 GB. An acceptable volume is 4 GB, but it is better to have 8 GB.
Permanent memory . With a memory card, the amount of built-in space is not very important; you can purchase a 128-256 GB flash drive and not experience difficulties with storing data. However, it is preferable to have at least 64 GB of pre-installed storage where applications and other content can be added.
Processor . Huawei most often equips its smartphones with a chipset of its own production. However, the company is losing ground in the budget niche, so it is preferable to purchase a model with a Kirin 710 or better. In other cases, devices with a Snapdragon processor are successful.
Screen . The display diagonal size can vary from 5, 6 and up to 7 inches. Phablets with a diagonal of 6.5 inches and above are not suitable for everyone. Due to the large screen, they are difficult to control and awkward to carry in your pocket. Resolution also matters. HD (1,280x720 p) is used in the most budget models. FullHD (1,920x1,080 pixels) is the golden mean. Most expensive smartphones use FHD+ resolution (2,340x1,080 pixels).
Camera . It is desirable to have 2 or 3 camera modules. The resolution of the main camera should be about 20 megapixels, and the second one should be 8-12 megapixels.
Battery capacity . Many Honor models have 3,000 mAh or so. The charge of such a battery is only enough for a day of active use. If there is a little left, you will still have to recharge. Ideally, you need to take a smartphone with a 4,000 mAh battery, which lasts for 2 days with average user activity.

HONOR 20e - for those who lack Google services

The top of the best Honor phones is replenished by the 20e model, which provides the user with 3 high-aperture cameras at the back of 24, 8 and 2 megapixels, as well as one 8 megapixel at the front. The latter is built into a drop-shaped cutout above the screen, which is not particularly noticeable. The quality of the photos will definitely not disappoint you, and artificial intelligence in combination with advanced algorithms makes them more realistic and detailed.

A decent level of performance is due to the combination of an 8-core HiSilicon Kirin 710F processor, a Mali-G51 MP4 video accelerator and 4/64 GB of memory. It is possible to install MicroSD up to 512 GB. GPU Turbo technology improves the smoothness of switching between frames and enhances the graphics quality in games. Over 83% of the front panel area is occupied by a 6.21-inch IPS display with FullHD+ resolution. There is a vision protection mode that removes harmful blue radiation, which tires the eyes.

There is NFS and a fingerprint scanner, which is located on the back. In addition to its main purpose, it can be assigned other actions, for example, camera control. The 3,400 mAh battery can withstand a day of active use, but it will have to be charged with 10 W charging via an outdated MicroUSB connector.

Pros:

Good quality screen;
Good videos and photos;
Design, especially the blue version;
Contactless payment;
There are Google services;
FM radio and 3.5 mm jack;
Transparent silicone bumper included;
Fast processor;
There is enough RAM, and the built-in memory can be expanded with MicroSD.

Minuses:

No event indicator;
The battery only lasts for a day;
MicroUSB

Average price segment in terms of price and quality ratio

The best models in terms of price and quality from the manufacturer Honor.

HONOR 9X 4/128GB

A mid-range smartphone with many advantages.

HONOR 9X 4/128GB device with Android 9.0. Its back panel refracts light in such a way that an X-shaped image appears.

Available colors: black and blue.

The 120-degree wide-angle camera captures life's most memorable moments. Electronic stabilization.

AIS Super Night Mode will help you take photos even in the dark. The device does not heat up during load.

A full battery charge at standard load lasts for two days.

Specifications:

weight: 197 g;
(WxHxD): 77.3×163.5×8.8 mm;
Screen diagonal: 6.59 inches;
image: 2340×1080;
Battery capacity: 4000 mAh.

Advantages

NFC works;
beautiful in appearance;
applications open quickly and smoothly;
Silicone Case;
convenient side camera;
automatic screen rotation.

Flaws

GPS “eats” a lot of charge;
not very loud sound;
easily soiled body;
only two colors on sale.

HONOR 30i

Budget smartphone with a screen scanner, triple camera and AMOLED.

A glass body, a triple camera with a Quad Bayer sensor, a fingerprint scanner and an AMOLED display are what are offered to customers for a more than low price.

The display is “stretched”, the frames are very narrow. The front camera is installed under the earpiece.

A thick silicone case is included.

Specifications:

display: AMOLED matrix;
pixel density: 418 ppi;
weight: 172 g;
parameters: 73.2×157.2×7.7 mm;
processor: HiSilicon Kirin 710F (2200 MHz);
video processor: Mali-G51 MP4.

Advantages

beautiful body colors;
glossy glass;
powerful processor;
face recognition function;
high brightness level.

Flaws

there is no moisture and dust protection;
Google services are missing;
aptX profile is not supported.

HONOR 10i 4/128GB

A modern and technologically advanced budget smartphone.

It combines pleasant-to-touch materials, smooth lines and rich colors.

Available in 3 colors: black, red and blue. The fingerprint scanner is located in the center of the back cover.

The display is frameless, with a clear image (aspect ratio - 19.5:9). There are three main cameras.

The face unlock function works clearly and quickly. Designed for 2 SIM cards.

Specifications:

weight: 164 g;
dimensions: 73.64×154.8×7.95 mm;
screen diagonal: 6.21 inches;
maximum video resolution: 1920×1080;
geopositioning: BeiDou, A-GPS, GLONASS, GPS.

Advantages

enough memory;
loud noise;
good camera;
fits securely in the palm of your hand;
Intelligent intelligence helps improve photography;
NFC sensor.

Flaws

no wireless charging;
fast charging is also missing;
There is no USB Type-C connector.

HONOR 20 Lite 4/128GB (RU)

A fast smartphone at an affordable price.

The buyer can choose 1 of 4 options for HONOR 20 Lite 4/128GB (RU): blue, purple, black or white.

OS version - Android 9.0, the system works without bugs or freezes. It is possible to work with a pair of SIM cards at the same time.

The screen is a color touchscreen IPS (16.78 million colors) with a diagonal of 6.15 inches and an image resolution of 2312 × 1080.

There are 3 main (rear) cameras, one front camera, it is possible to record videos.

Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 710 (2200 MHz). 4 GB of RAM, as much as 128 GB of built-in memory!

Specifications:

weight: 159 g;
dimensions: 72.7×152.9×7.4 mm;
Wi-Fi: 802.11ac, Direct;
Bluetooth: 4.2, USB, NFC;
video processor: Mali-G51 MP4;
battery capacity: 3340 mAh.

Advantages

good cameras;
there is NFC;
excellent matrix;
viewing angles;
a lot of memory;
supports all modern data transfer standards.

Flaws

The kit does not include a cover;
no recording of telephone conversation;
Poor GPS reception.

HONOR 30i

We are offered a beautiful phone, the body of which is made of metal and glass - pleasant tactile materials. It has compact dimensions and does not exceed 7.7 mm in thickness. The image is displayed on a rich 6.3-inch OLED display, for which 83% of the front panel area is allocated. It operates at a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels, which gives good picture detail.

When you visually inspect the case, you will not find a fingerprint scanner, because now it is built into the screen. At the top there is a drop-shaped cutout for a 16 MP selfie camera, with which you can get amazing selfies with various effects. The main camera is no less surprising. It is represented by three modules of 48, 8 and 2 megapixels, each of which has a specific role. In combination they give excellent results.

The Kirin 710F chipset with 8 cores and a frequency of up to 2.2 GHz is responsible for performance. In addition, it comes with 4/128 GB of memory, and if this is not enough for you, you can install an NM Card up to 256 GB. The 4000 mAh battery is charged via the Type-C port. From the included 10 W charge, 53% reaches 53% in 30 minutes.

Pros:

Quality is higher than price;
Beautiful design and color options;
Rich OLED matrix with eye protection mode;
Good camera;
Excellent front camera;
Premium metal and glass body;
Amount of memory;
Speed and performance. Will handle all games;
Up to two days without recharging.

Minuses:

You have to choose between MicroSD and a second SIM card;
No Google apps;
The on-screen scanner does not always work the first time.

HONOR 10X Lite

By creating Honor 10X Lite, the Chinese company managed to combine an affordable price and balanced characteristics that will allow you to cope with any task. The 6.67-inch IPS screen displays a colorful picture with FullHD+ resolution, in the center of the upper part of which there is a hole for an 8 MP selfie camera. The set of main cameras is no less impressive - on the rectangular bar there was room for 48, 8, 2 and 2 megapixel lenses. In combination with good aperture and advanced algorithms, it is possible to obtain decent results under any conditions.

The autonomy will only please you, which is a merit of the 5000 mAh battery. In 30 minutes it charges up to 46% thanks to the included 22.5 W charger, which connects to the USB C port. The Kirin 710A processor does not set performance records, but it copes well with everyday tasks and can handle games on medium-low graphics. It is complemented by 4/128 GB of memory with the ability to expand the volume with a MicroSD card up to 512 GB. True, it is installed instead of a second SIM card. There is NFC and 3.5 mini-Jack.

Pros:

One of the best options for your money and not only from Honor;
Balanced characteristics - a good chipset and a lot of memory;
Good build;
Luscious display;
Charging time and battery life;
Loud main and conversational speaker;
Super camera;
Price;
USB Type-C;
Appearance;
The fingerprint is read quickly.

Minuses:

Lack of Google services;
Combined slot for flash drive.

Budget smartphones

Current ultra-budget Honor smartphones are numbered 8. Last year's Honor 7C and 7A can still be found on sale, but these devices are already obsolete, primarily in terms of design. It makes sense to take them only at very good discounts, otherwise pass them by - the new items cost a little more than the models of the previous generation.

No. 3 - Honor 8S

Price: from 6,640 rubles online, 7,990 in retail.

Screen: 5.71 inches, IPS, 1520×720 px;
Processor: MediaTek Helio A22;
Memory: 32/2 GB + microSD up to 512 GB (separate slot);
Camera: main 13 MP, front 5 MP;
Battery: 3020 mAh, Micro-USB.

8S is Honor’s cheapest current model from the brand. It can become a normal workhorse for undemanding users who need the phone for communications, music, watching videos and the Internet. By modern standards, this is an extremely compact device with a 5.7-inch screen and relatively small frames, the practicality of which is added by a rough plastic case. The device does not try to slip out of the palm with every movement and is perfectly controlled with one hand.

Honor 8S has a very good screen for its price, a 3.5 mm headphone jack and a separate slot for a flash drive. Compromise points include average battery life; comparable-price Xiaomi batteries will have more powerful batteries. Well, you will have to put up with a frankly weak camera and the general slowness of the smartphone, which is the norm for all devices in this price segment.

No. 2 - Honor 8A

Price: from 7,480 rubles online, 8,990 in retail.

Screen: 6.09 inches, IPS, 1520×720 px;
Processor: MediaTek Helio P35;
Memory: 32/2 GB + microSD up to 512 GB (separate slot);
Camera: main 13 MP, front 5 MP;
Battery: 3020 mAh, Micro-USB.
Features: NFC.

8A is the most popular Honor phone under 10,000 rubles. The price difference between 8S and 8A in official retail is only 1 thousand, and this is the case when it is really better to overpay a little. For this money you get a more powerful 8-core processor (Helio A22 in 8S has 4 cores), which has a positive effect on the performance of the device and, most importantly, an NFC module that allows you to use your smartphone for contactless payment via Google Pay. Do you doubt that you need this? Try it once and you won't want to go back to devices without NFC.

The last major advantage of the 8S over the 8A is the presence of a fingerprint scanner. It is preferable to facial recognition, which is available on both smartphones, as it allows you to log into various banking applications using your fingerprint, whereas on the 8A you will have to enter a password the old fashioned way. The 8S has a slightly larger screen, but it's still a fairly compact device. Otherwise, both devices have the same camera, battery and modest 2 GB of RAM.

No. 1 - Honor 10 Lite

Price: from 10,680 rubles online, 11,990 in retail.

Screen: 6.21 inches, IPS, 2340×1080 px;
Processor: Kirin 710;
Memory: 32/3 GB + microSD up to 512 GB (hybrid slot);
Camera: main 13+2 MP, front 24 MP;
Battery: 3400 mAh, Micro-USB.
Features: NFC.

Honor 10 Lite is a phone of a higher class than the two previous models. There is already a screen with FullHD resolution and a powerful Kirin 710 processor, which can handle any games well. The gadget looks very stylish, it is thin and light, although you will have to hide this beauty in a case. The body is made of glossy plastic, which gets scratched very quickly.

Among the advantages of the model are a high-quality display, good battery life and performance, as well as the presence of a fingerprint scanner and NFC, although in this price segment this is already a mandatory parameter. In general, the characteristics of the Honor 10 Lite are very balanced; only the mediocre camera can disappoint – despite the presence of a second module, it is not much better than that of the 8A. Well, and the MicroUSB port - for 12 thousand rubles I would like to see Type-C, which competitors put even in more affordable devices.

Honor 9X

The best Honor model with a price of up to 15,000 rubles boasts a beautiful glass body, which is strengthened by a metal side frame. Many will be pleased by the absence of cutouts at the top of the 6.59-inch screen, because it has been replaced by a pop-up 16 MP selfie camera. What’s most interesting is that the front camera closes quickly if you drop the device from your hands. Its resource will be enough for at least 100,000 operations. The manufacturer chose the optimal memory size of 128/4 GB. If that's not enough for you, that is

modification with 6 GB of RAM.

Honor 9X is equipped with a good camera of 48, 8 and 2 megapixels. The camera's capabilities are fully realized thanks to the support of artificial intelligence, which contributes to better photo quality in different shooting scenarios. The smartphone is powered by a 4000 mAh battery, there will definitely be no problems with autonomy. The fingerprint scanner is located on the side. NFC is only available in the global version.

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Pros:

Retractable camera, thanks to which the screen has no cutouts;
Three good cameras;
Convenient location of the fingerprint scanner;
Lots of memory;
There is NFC;
Memory cards with a capacity of up to 512 GB are supported;
Battery life.

Minuses:

Case weight;
Inconvenient face unlock due to the retractable front camera.

Huawei Honor 20S

If you don’t know which Honor is best to buy in 2020-2021 and have a small budget, then pay attention to this model. She will delight you with her photographic capabilities, and not only that. The gadget was equipped with a 48, 8 and 2 megapixel camera located on the back cover with a beautiful iridescent effect. There is also a fast fingerprint scanner there.

The display has a 6.15-inch diagonal with a resolution of 2312x1080 pixels, which gives a well-developed picture.

The heart of the smartphone is the Kirin 710 processor combined with 6/128 GB of memory. There is NFC and fast charging support for the 3340 mAh battery.

It’s easy to decide which Honor 20 is better:

20S is the most budget option, which is inferior in terms of autonomy and cameras;
20 is a balanced solution that has a slightly smaller battery capacity and offers less memory;
20 Pro is the most technologically advanced solution with top photographic capabilities.

TOP 4 best Honor smartphones with NFC

HONOR 9X 4/128GB

Many users in 2021 fell in love with this model for its perfectly smooth and bright display without any frames or cutouts for the camera lens..

The front camera is housed in a retractable module, which appears from the body when the shooting mode is activated.

This display is very convenient when watching video content, playing games and surfing the Internet . The body is made of durable plastic, the device is light and pleasant to the touch, and fits comfortably in the palm of your hand.

The 48 MP rear camera takes good pictures even at night thanks to a bright LED flash.

The amount of RAM and a powerful 8-core processor easily handles modern games without lags or freezes.

At the same time, the cost of the device is adequate; it is suitable both as a gift for a teenager and as an everyday phone for ordinary tasks.

Main characteristics:

Screen - 6.59 inches.
Processor - HiSilicon Kirin 710F, 2200 MHz.
Memory (RAM/built-in) - 4/128 GB.
Cameras (front/rear) - 16/48 MP.
Weight - 197 grams.

pros

good memory performance;
fast processor;
contactless payment;
excellent rear camera.

Minuses

For such a price, excellent quality, no cons.

HONOR 20 6/128GB

When choosing a smartphone under 25 thousand rubles, we recommend taking a closer look at this model.

The camera performs well in landscape, portrait and macro modes, has automatic focusing and a powerful LED flash for shooting at night.

The videos are quite high quality and clear . The large display and thin frames allow you to fully enjoy playing a game or watching a movie.

IPS display provides excellent color reproduction and good brightness even outdoors.

And thanks to the clarity of the image, the smartphone is convenient to use for working with text documents or reading books - the eyes do not get tired and all the letters are clearly distinguishable.

The battery capacity is slightly smaller than the Pro model, but is enough for a full day of standard tasks or up to 12 hours of video playback.

We would also like to mention the powerful cooling system, thanks to which the case almost always remains cool.

Main characteristics:

Screen - 6.26 inches.
Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 980.
Memory (RAM/built-in) - 6/128 GB.
Cameras (front/rear) - 32/48 MP.
Weight - 174 grams.

pros

runs all modern games;
does not heat up;
excellent cameras;
fast fingerprint scanner.

Minuses

a lot of software from the manufacturer.

HONOR 20s 6/128GB

In design, this model is suspiciously similar to the popular Huawei P30 lite, although the manufacturer also added a white color.

Other differences include a triple rear camera module with 48 MP, macro photography and autofocus, as well as an increase in RAM to 6 GB. At the same time, the cost of the model pleases with its adequacy.

There is also a good HiSilicon Kirin 710 chip installed here, which ensures fast work with applications and excellent overall smartphone performance.

The internal memory will store up to 128 GB of information, in addition, the user can install an additional memory card.

The battery capacity is excellent; under standard loads, charging will not be needed for up to two days.

Main characteristics:

Screen - 6.15 inches.
Processor - HiSilicon Kirin 710, 2200 MHz.
Memory (RAM/built-in) - 6/128 GB.
Cameras (front/rear) - 24/48 MP.
Weight - 159 grams.

pros

good RAM;
optimized cooling system;
excellent rear camera;
there is fast charging;
you can install a memory card.

Minuses

easily soiled body;
a lot of unnecessary software from the manufacturer without the ability to remove it.

HONOR 10i 4/128GB

Due to high-quality images, excellent performance and an adequate price, this model is rightfully included in the list of the company's best models for 2021.

Yes, the processor is noticeably weaker than expensive flagships, but this does not prevent it from running heavy applications. The three-module camera takes bright and clear pictures with excellent color rendition and virtually no noise.

The brightness of the display is also pleasing - the picture is quite visible in the sun or under powerful light sources.

If you want to reduce energy costs, then in the settings you can set a reduced image resolution (the default is the maximum 2340x1080).

There is contactless payment, there is also a fingerprint scanner, and the speakers are clear, loud and spacious sound.

Main characteristics:

Screen - 6.21 inches.
Processor - HiSilicon Kirin 710, 2200 MHz.
Memory (RAM/built-in) - 4/128 GB.
Cameras (front/rear) - 32/24 MP.
Weight - 164 grams.

pros

loud speakers with clear sound;
fast;
good front camera;
fits well in the palm;
bright display.

Minuses

not detected.

HONOR 30S

With a budget of up to 30,000 rubles, this is the best Honor phone of 2020, which in its parameters resembles the Huawei P40 Lite 5G. The 6.5-inch IPS display, which occupies 84% of the area, is immediately worth adding to the list of advantages. It displays a rich and detailed image with a resolution of 2400x1080 pixels. In tribute to the latest trends, the front camera was built into the upper left corner. It participates in face unlocking and takes wonderful selfies thanks to a good 16 MP lens.

The heart of the phone is the proprietary Kirin 820 processor, made using an energy-efficient 7-NM process technology. It includes 8 cores with a frequency of up to 2.36 GHz. Memory - 8/128 GB with the ability to get another 256 GB by installing a flash drive of the rare nano memory format. Performance is enough for any purpose, which is confirmed by testing in Antutu, where we managed to score 362,825 points. Support for advanced communications is announced - 5G, NFS, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.1.

On the gradient back is the main asset of the device - its camera. There are four of them - a 64 MP main lens, an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2 MP macro lens, and a 2 MP lens for measuring the depth of field of a scene. Video is recorded in 4K at 30 fps, and slow-mo recording is also available at 960 fps.

Out of the box, the smartphone runs on Android 10 OS, but there are no Google services. As an alternative, the manufacturer is promoting its AppGallery app store. The fingerprint scanner is located on the side, and to power the elements there is a 4000 mAh battery that supports 40 W accelerated charging. 70% of it accumulates after 30 minutes.

Pros:

Great camera;
A well-thought-out mechanism for controlling gestures;
There is enough productivity to spare;
Lots of memory;
Good quality large matrix;
7-NM processor, which reduces heat generation and reduces energy consumption;
5G support;
Bluetooth of the latest generation;
NFS;
Very fast charging - 70% in half an hour;
Convenient location of the fingerprint scanner;
Appearance.

Minuses:

Lack of Google services;
Plastic backdrop.

Honor 30, 30 Pro and 30 Pro Plus

The best camera phone from Honor is the 30 Pro Plus, which ranks second in the DXomark rating, behind only the Huawei P40 Pro. But let's start in order. The Honor 30 has a 6.53-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080, which features brighter colors and lower power consumption compared to the IPS technology that the brand has used before. There is only one front panel, built into the upper left corner. An optical fingerprint scanner is built under the screen.

Honor 30 Pro and Honor 30 Pro+ have a number of important differences. These include the display diagonal, which has been increased to 6.57 inches. The selfie camera is not single, but double. This is a plus, because due to this the quality of the photo improves, but on the other hand it becomes more noticeable, which can cause inconvenience at first. Pro+ also gets a 90Hz refresh rate.

Honor 30 received a new Kirin 985 processor. In terms of its characteristics, it practically does not lag behind the flagship Kirin 990. All new products support 5G networks, which are not yet available in Russia. There are several memory modifications:

For Honor 30 - 6/128, 8/128 and 8/256 GB;
For 30 Pro - 8/128 and 8/256 GB;
The same variations are available for Pro Plus, but also an additional one of 12/256 GB.

In terms of wireless communications, all three smartphones of the Honor 30 family offer the best features - support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, Type-C USB 3.1 and NFC. The Pro and Pro Plus even have room for stereo speakers.

It’s not difficult to answer the question of which Honor camera is better, because Pro+ wins here. In any case, four modules are used, but they differ from each other. They are united by an 8 MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and optical stabilization. The younger version has a 2 MP macro lens, while the older version has a 2 MP sensor needed for Bokeh.

In Honor 30 and 30 Pro, the main camera has a resolution of 40 megapixels, while in Pro+ it is 50 megapixels. It has a top-end Sony IMX700 sensor with an aperture of F/1.28 versus F/1.7 in the younger versions. Another important difference is that in the Honor 30 the wide-angle lens has a resolution of 8 megapixels, in the 30 Pro it’s 16 megapixels, but with a fixed focus, in the Pro Plus it’s also 16 megapixels, but with autofocus. A 4000 mAh battery with Huawei SuperCharge fast charging at 40 W is responsible for autonomy. Pro Plus also supports 27W wireless.

Recommendations for choosing a mobile phone

If earlier to buy a phone you had to go to the store and wait for the manager’s recommendations, now all you have to do is look at the reviews, read reviews and order the model you like.

Those who watch movies and TV series on a smartphone screen should pay attention to the display parameters. It is better to choose 6-inch models made using IPS technology.

If you need a gadget for work, then you should read reviews about the Honor 30 I 128 Gb smartphone. This is a flagship model that combines the features of premium devices and its own additional features.

Positioning of the best smartphones from the Honor brand

The manufacturer produces excellent models for young people and active users. The head of the company declares that he wants to help in the exploration of the world and the implementation of bold ideas. For this purpose, the Chinese company is creating new technologies and services that will be of interest to many users. But the main advantage of Honor smartphones lies in the ideal price/quality ratio, and the bright design is an important advantage over competitors.

Pros of Huawei Honor phones:

Affordability. A good model can be selected for any budget - up to 10,000, 15,000, 20,000, 30,000 and 40,000 rubles. You can buy devices both online and in retail stores in 70 countries, including Russia;
The company pushes progress forward. The brand's smartphones have powerful processors, capacious batteries and top-end cameras, which regularly occupy leading positions in the DXomark rating;
There is an official store in Russia, where equipment can be ordered with delivery and pleasant bonuses;
Bright design and convenient Magic UI shell.

Minuses:

Sanctions from the United States due to which Google services are not preinstalled. Perhaps the situation will change soon, because Huawei sold Honor in the hope of gaining access to foreign technologies.

Features of smartphones from the manufacturer Honor

It is worth noting! Honor smartphones, although they appeared on the mobile device market not so long ago, have already become popular among users.

Their features are:

Value for money. Every penny invested in it will be 100% worked out. And this applies not only to expensive and “sophisticated” models, by no means! Even budget smartphones with modest specifications rarely cause any complaints.
Beautiful appearance. Bright colors and unusual gradients were originally introduced by Huawei. But Honor quickly seized the initiative and took the lead in the number of original color solutions.
CPU. The proprietary Kirin chipset amazes with its performance. The smartphone does not heat up even if you do not let it out of your hands for hours. Allows you to play games at ultra-high settings, take high-quality photos and shoot in 4K.

Results of the ranking of the best Honor smartphones - which one to choose in 2020?

Choosing the best Honor phone is by no means easy. The brand's line has many worthy solutions that surpass competitors in their design and photographic capabilities. If you need a top-end camera, we recommend choosing smartphones from the Honor 30 line. But there are also cheaper models that will be an excellent solution for their price.

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Honor's flagship and sub-flagship smartphones are the ideal choice for people who want a powerful hardware platform, excellent cameras and a good display at a reasonable cost. Huawei is trying to develop its brand in a different direction from its main business. As a result, Honor devices turn out to be quite attractive in technical terms, but among them there are no models more expensive than 35,000 rubles, much less exclusive models for 150-200 thousand.