The Huawei Honor Play 4 Pro is the more powerful sibling of the Honor Play 4, featuring a flagship-grade processor, faster-charging technology, and a slightly different camera system.
Price
The Honor Play 4 Pro is not officially available in South Africa. However, it can be imported at an estimated price of ZAR 9,000 – ZAR 10,000 for the 8GB RAM/256GB storage variant.
Features
Flagship Performance: Experience top-tier performance with the Kirin 990 processor, the same chipset used in Huawei’s flagship smartphones.
40W Fast Charging: Power up your phone quickly with this fast charging technology, allowing you to reach 70% charge in just 30 minutes.
40MP RYYB Camera: Capture sharper and brighter images in low-light conditions with the 40MP RYYB sensor, which allows for better light sensitivity.
Upgraded Design: The Honor Play 4 Pro boasts a glass back and a more premium design compared to the standard Honor Play 4.
Display
The Honor Play 4 Pro retains the same 6.81-inch IPS LCD as the standard model, offering a vibrant and immersive viewing experience. It also shares the same FHD+ resolution (1080 x 2400 pixels) and 386ppi pixel density, ensuring sharp and clear visuals.
Camera
While the Honor Play 4 Pro features a similar quad-camera setup, it offers some key upgrades. The main sensor remains at 40MP but utilizes RYYB technology for improved low-light performance. Additionally, the ultrawide lens increases to 16MP for capturing wider landscapes and group shots. The macro and depth sensors remain unchanged at 2MP each.
Performance
The Honor Play 4 Pro takes a significant leap in performance thanks to the flagship Kirin 990 processor. This chipset delivers powerful performance for demanding applications and games. The phone is paired with 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and minimal lag.
Connectivity
Similar to the standard model, the Honor Play 4 Pro supports both SA and NSA 5G networks, allowing you to enjoy blazing-fast internet speeds. It also features other standard connectivity options like dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC for contactless payments.
Design
The Honor Play 4 Pro differentiates itself with a more premium design. The plastic back is replaced with glass, giving the phone a more sophisticated look and feel. The phone retains the side-mounted fingerprint sensor for convenient unlocking.