The Huawei Honor 8X Max is a budget-friendly phablet released in 2018. It boasts a massive 7.12-inch display, a long-lasting battery, and decent cameras, making it a great option for media consumption and casual users.
Price
The price of the Honor 8X Max in South Africa varies depending on the retailer and storage option. Here’s a rough estimate:
64GB: R3,500 – R4,000
128GB: R4,000 – R4,500
Features
Massive 7.12-inch IPS LCD with FHD+ resolution
4GB/6GB RAM & 64GB/128GB internal storage (expandable via MicroSD)
Dual rear cameras: 16MP + 2MP
8MP front-facing camera
Octa-core Snapdragon 660 processor
5000mAh battery with fast charging
Rear fingerprint sensor
Display
The highlight of the Honor 8X Max is its massive 7.12-inch IPS LCD with FHD+ (2244×1080) resolution. It offers good color accuracy and brightness, making it perfect for watching movies, browsing the web, and playing games. However, the large size might not be comfortable for one-handed use.
Camera
The Honor 8X Max features a dual rear camera system with a 16MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. It takes decent photos in good lighting conditions but struggles in low-light environments. The 8MP front-facing camera is sufficient for selfies and video calls.
Performance
The Honor 8X Max is powered by a Snapdragon 660 processor paired with 4GB/6GB of RAM. This combination provides enough power for everyday tasks like browsing the web, watching videos, and playing light games. However, more demanding users might experience occasional lag.
Connectivity
The Honor 8X Max supports dual SIM, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS. It also comes with a dedicated MicroSD card slot for expandable storage.
Design
The Honor 8X Max has a sleek metal body with a glass front. While it looks premium, the large size makes it a bit unwieldy. The fingerprint sensor is conveniently located on the back, and the phone features a headphone jack and a micro USB port for charging.