The HONOR X7b Review: For budget-conscious users who require long battery life?

Overview

The HONOR X7b exceeds expectations with its modern and stylish design. Its sleek curve and unique 63-degree quad-curved design not only make it visually appealing but also comfortable to hold, even during extended use.

Available in Flowing Silver, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black, this device offers a variety of colors to suit individual preferences.

The HONOR X7b is designed to cater to a diverse range of tastes.

Launch date in the Philippines. The HONOR X7b was launched in the Philippines on March 9, 2024.

Official price in the Philippines. The HONOR X7b is now available in stores for just PHP 8,999.

Official specs in the Philippines.

• MagicOS 7.2, based on Android 13
• 6.8-inch Full HD+ IPS display, 2412 x 1080 pixel resolution, 389ppi, 90Hz refresh rate, 91.3% screen-to-body ratio, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
• 2.4GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 octa-core processor
• Adreno 610 GPU
• 8GB RAM
• 256GB internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 1TB
• Rear Cameras: 108MP f/1.8, PDAF + 5MP ultra-wide + 2MP depth sensor with LED flash
• Front Camera: 8MP
• Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, Face unlock
• Dual SIM, Dual standby
• Connectivity: 4G LTE, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NFC, USB Type-C, USB 2.0
• Dimensions: 166.7 x 76.5 x 8.2mm
• Battery: 6,000mAh battery with 35W fast charging support
• Colors: Emerald Green, Flowing Silver, and Midnight Black
• Weight: 199g

Design and build quality

The device features a stylish and modern design that will appeal to a wide range of users. It has a sleek curve with a 63-degree quad-curved profile, making it slim and lightweight at just 8.24 mm and 199 grams.

At the back, you’ll notice a beautifully designed triple-camera system that reminds you of the HONOR 90 5G design. On the right side, the volume rocker and power button are conveniently placed and seamlessly integrated with a fingerprint reader, making it easy to use and secure.

On the other side, you’ll find the SIM slot, which offers versatility by accommodating either two nano-SIM cards or a combination of nano-SIM and microSD cards. This allows you to meet your storage and connectivity needs.

At the bottom of the device, you’ll find standard ports, including the Type-C port, microphone, speaker, and a 3.5mm audio jack. It’s worth noting that the inclusion of the audio jack ensures an enhanced listening experience for users who prefer wired earphones while enjoying their favorite tracks.

Battery: 6,000mAH + 35W fast charger

The HONOR X7b boasts an impressive 6000mAh battery that delivers exceptional performance. During testing, it consistently provided over 12 hours of continuous usage on a single charge. Even with consistent activities like social media browsing and streaming, the phone easily lasted the entire day with battery life to spare.

This outstanding battery life is a game-changer for those who need a reliable device. Whether you’re a heavy user or simply value a long-lasting battery, the HONOR X7b ensures satisfaction.

The HONOR X7b battery performance exceeded our expectations.

On a few occasions, it lasted two days with a full charge, including gaming, social media, video streaming, and productivity tasks. The battery maintained strong performance throughout, proving its reliability for users on the go.

HONOR guarantees the battery’s longevity, promising that even after three years of regular use, it will retain over 80% of its original capacity.

In terms of charging, the HONOR X7b supports a 35W HONOR SuperCharge Charger. While not the fastest option available, it efficiently completes the task without significant delays compared to devices with a 25W charger.

Related: HONOR X7b Philippine launch details

Camera department

The HONOR X7b boasts impressive camera capabilities. It has a triple camera system at the back, including a 108-megapixel main camera, a 5-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor, as well as an LED flash. The 8-megapixel selfie camera is also noteworthy for its selfie-taking abilities.

Users can take high-quality photos and videos with this setup, making every moment special. The camera features modes like Portrait Mode and 2X zoom for easy photo-taking.

However, the video recording quality is limited to 1080p, which may not satisfy users looking for higher resolutions.

The lack of optical image stabilization (OIS) could affect video stability, especially when moving.

While the camera produces vibrant colors, it may sometimes oversaturate scenes, leading to slightly unrealistic color reproduction in certain lighting conditions.

Conclusion

The HONOR X7b runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor, an upgrade from its previous model.

It comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, offering plenty of space for apps, games, and media.

Although it may not outperform top-tier phones in speed tests, the HONOR X7b manages everyday tasks smoothly.

Switching between apps, browsing the internet, and scrolling through social media all ran without any issues.

The HONOR X7b can handle modern mobile games on medium settings, but serious gamers may desire more power for demanding titles.

Overall, the HONOR X7b is a budget-friendly smartphone with a great camera, ample storage, and a long-lasting battery.

Its fast performance and user-friendly interface make it a solid choice in its price range.

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