Honor X8a
A 100 MP camera and slim looks on a tidy mid-budget phone.
The Honor X8a is a budget Honor smartphone released Feb 2023, with a launch price of $220. It pairs the MediaTek Helio G88 with a 6.7" LCD 90 Hz display, a 100 MP main camera and a 4,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 58/100 — A pretty, big-megapixel budget phone. Standout strengths: 100 mp main and a sharp fhd+ panel. and slim 7.5 mm / 179 g. Main trade-off: helio g88 is weak, 4g only.
A pretty, big-megapixel budget phone.
X8a pairs a slim body and a 100 MP sensor with a sharp FHD+ screen and — crucially, unlike its Huawei cousins — full Google services. The Helio G88 and slow charging are the limits. For a good-looking cheap phone that runs all your apps, it covers the basics.
Read the full review- 100 MP main and a sharp FHD+ panel.
- Slim 7.5 mm / 179 g.
- microSD + jack.
- Has Google services (unlike Huawei).
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Honor X8a released?
The Honor X8a was released in Feb 2023.
How much does the Honor X8a cost?
The Honor X8a launched at $220 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Honor X8a screen size and type?
The Honor X8a has a 6.7" LCD 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the Honor X8a use?
The Honor X8a is powered by the MediaTek Helio G88 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Honor X8a have?
The Honor X8a ships with 8 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Honor X8a battery capacity?
The Honor X8a has a 4,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the Honor X8a charge?
The Honor X8a supports 22.5 W wired charging.
What is the Honor X8a main camera?
The Honor X8a has a 100 MP main camera.
Does the Honor X8a have a headphone jack?
The Honor X8a has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Honor X8a get software updates?
The Honor X8a update policy: 1 OS + 2 yr security.
How much does the Honor X8a weigh?
The Honor X8a weighs 179 g.
What colours does the Honor X8a come in?
The Honor X8a is available in 3 colours: Midnight Black, Cyan Lake, Titanium Silver.
Is the Honor X8a worth buying?
X8a pairs a slim body and a 100 MP sensor with a sharp FHD+ screen and — crucially, unlike its Huawei cousins — full Google services. The Helio G88 and slow charging are the limits. For a good-looking cheap phone that runs all your apps, it covers the basics. SpecEagle gives the Honor X8a an editorial score of 58/100.
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