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The Honor brand is widely known in Russia and the world as a supplier of smartphones designed for a young audience. Each representative of a particular price category has a recognizable appearance and impressive performance for its class. However, the 8th model of the popular X line can be called a kind of rethinking of the established tradition.

Previous models of this mid-budget series like 6X and 7X, which were extremely warmly received by users and technical experts, were assembled in either all-metal cases or with the addition of plastic. But the novelty Honor 8X at first glance attracts attention with a chic glossy double-sided glass surface. And in terms of its filling, the new smartphone is more likely to gravitate towards the category of top flagships.

In our Honor 8X review, we will look at the technical characteristics of the gadget and explain why the new product has every chance of becoming a real hit of the season.

Honor 8X Package Contents

Let’s be honest, it’s quite difficult to surprise a modern user with the contents of a box with a smartphone. But you can sincerely please with attention to detail. And Honor 8X does it perfectly. Indeed, in addition to the standard set of the gadget itself, a cable, a manual and a paper clip for the SIM card tray, you will find a silicone case and a film that will protect the sparkling surfaces of the smartphone.

Design and ergonomics

Taking the Honor 8X for the first time in your hands, you will not be able to take your eyes off it for a long time. Both 2.5D tempered glass panels with oleophobic coating shimmer hypnotically in the light. The gadget looks especially stylish and impressive in blue and red.

The screen occupies almost 90% of the front panel. Together with an elongated aspect ratio of 19.5:9, this made it possible to fit a panel with such a large diagonal into the body of a conventional 5.5-inch device. The smartphone received the smallest dimensions for such a display - 160.4 × 76.6 mm × 7.8 mm. For comparison, the iPhone 8 Plus is about the same size.

On top is a fashionable “bangs” with a front camera and sensors. The vertically arranged main cameras are allotted in the upper left corner, so that when you activate your smartphone through the fingerprint scanner, you will not touch them with your finger.

Despite the complete absence of sharp corners, Honor 8X fits perfectly in the hand and does not slip. Physical control buttons are located at the optimal height, and due to the elongated shape, all on-screen elements can be easily reached with your thumb.

Screen Specifications

The characteristics of the display clearly indicate that Honor 8X meets all the requirements of today's advanced youth. The huge 6.5-inch IPS-matrix screen with a resolution of 19.5:9 is ideal for watching videos, mobile games and studying news feeds on social networks.

A resolution of 2340 × 1080 made it possible to achieve a high image density of 397 ppi, due to which the picture looks juicy and contrasting even at the widest viewing angles. The smartphone has an excellent margin of brightness, which can be adjusted automatically using adaptive settings. For those who prefer a clean screen without unnecessary cutouts, it is possible to hide the "unibrow" with black dies, which are almost not striking.

Performance and Software

A new generation smartphone - and an updated chipset. The Honor 8X is powered by the powerful Huawei Kirin 710 octa-core processor with 4 GB of RAM, which is 75% faster than the Kirin 659 used in the brand's previous mid-budget hits.

The minimum built-in memory is 64 GB. And an external SD card will allow you to increase the storage up to 256 GB.

High speed and smooth switching between light and heavy applications is achieved by optimizing processor clusters. For such voluminous tasks as running games, video processing and multi-page surfing the Web, a 4-core ARM Cortex A-73 block at 2.2 GHz is used, and for office applications and service utilities, the smartphone switches to ARM Cortex A-53 at 1.7 GHz.

Kirin 710 is also the brand's first mid-range chip assembled using a 12nm process technology. Due to this, the load on the battery was significantly reduced compared to the same Kirin 659.

The already advanced capabilities of the updated Mali-G51 MP4 graphics chip are further enhanced by the proprietary GPU Turbo function, which was previously successfully implemented and tested in the Honor Play gaming smartphone. This technology improves gaming performance by up to 60% while saving up to 30% battery life.

Gaming tests have shown that the Honor 8X performs well in graphics-intensive games such as PUBG and World of Tanks. The frame rate is stable at 35-40 fps with minimal stutter even on ultra settings.

The Honor 8X is powered by EMUI 8.2, which adds several important features to the stock Android 8.1 OS:

• navigation setup;
• display color control;
• secure Private Space profile;
• control of calls and alarms with the help of hand movements;
• advanced system process manager;
• energy optimization;
• placement of quick icons on the lock screen.

In addition, the smartphone has a feature that is rarely found not only in mid-range smartphones, but also in top flagships. Honor 8X allows you to place 2 SIM cards and a flash memory card in one tray - a small but extremely important detail for those users who prefer to combine mobile tariffs and always stay connected.

NFC technology will also be a nice bonus, which allows you to make contactless payments through the Android Pay system.

Smart smartphone cameras

The first thing that modern young smartphone users pay attention to is the quality of the cameras in the gadget. And Honor 8X is ready to compete with more expensive models here.

The main dual camera at 20 and 2MP with aperture F / 1.8 + F / 2.4 and combined autofocus produces excellent detailed photos even in difficult lighting conditions. The photomodule uses an artificial intelligence system, which automatically determines about 500 scenes for shooting. The camera can also recognize faces, blur the background and add a bokeh effect.

The front camera of Honor 8X received a 16-megapixel sensor, F / 2.0 aperture. Due to the support of AI, the front camera also knows how to blur the background, which results in high-quality portrait shots. Despite the fact that additional effects are implemented not by physical modules, but by software methods, in terms of image quality, the selfie camera is not inferior to dual lenses.

Of the additional features, it is worth noting that both cameras shoot video with a resolution of 1080 at a frame rate of 30 fps, the main module supports the SuperSloMo shooting format, and the front camera has an HDR mode.

Autonomy Honor 8X

The lithium-polymer battery received a capacity of 3750 mAh. By optimizing the software and the power-saving function of the chipset, it will keep the smartphone in active load mode for up to 1.5 days.

Verdict

The review of Honor 8X showed an indisputable fact - the Chinese brand has again managed to surpass its achievements in terms of balance of price and quality. The technical characteristics of the Honor 8X already make it possible to call the smartphone one of the main contenders for the title of the best smartphone in the middle price category.

A chic, glossy smartphone will not only complement the stylish image of the modern young user, but also provide him with the widest opportunities for communication, games, multimedia interaction and photography. The start of pre-order in Russia is October 11. The first buyers who left the pre-order from October 11 to 15 will receive a tablet from Huawei as a gift!

The powerful filling of the flagship Huawei P8 was packed in an ultra-thin metal case, where there was also a place for two SIM cards. One of the coolest "chips" of this device was a camera with an RGBW sensor and optical stabilization. Vesti.Hi-tech figured out all the nuances of an elegant novelty.

The Huawei P8 premium device was introduced in mid-April in London. According to IDC for the last quarter, this Chinese corporation is one of the top three global smartphone manufacturers, so the next European premiere of its flagship quite transparently hints where further expansion will be directed. Recall that the flagship line (P8) also includes a device with an increased screen size - P8max and a lightweight version of the top smartphone - . It is interesting that the presentation of the premium novelty was held in the modern center of fashion and art, thus emphasizing the desired combination of style and functionality. Since the entire P family of flagships is considered to be fashionable, the design is still more emphasized (after all, there are also technologically advanced Mate flagships).

If suddenly you don’t have time at all, then here is a short text about the main strengths and weaknesses of Huawei P8, without technical details:

Specifications

• Model: GRA_UL00
• OS: Android 5.0 (Lollipop) with EUI 3.1 shell
• Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 930 8-core 64-bit processor, ARM big.LITTLE GTS architecture (4 ARM Cortex-A53e, 2.0 GHz + 4 ARM Cortex-A53, 1.5 GHz), Smart i3 co-processor for sensors
• Graphics subsystem: ARM Mali-T628 MP4
• RAM: 3 GB (LPDDR3, 1600 MHz)
• Storage Memory: 16 GB (approx. 10.4 GB available), microSDXC card slot (up to 128 GB)
• Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n (2.4 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.1, microUSB for charge / synchronization, 3.5 mm headphone jack, USB-OTG
• Screen: capacitive, IPS, diagonal 5.2 inches, resolution 1920x1080 pixels, pixel density per inch 424 ppi, operation with gloves
• Cameras: main - 13 MP RGBW sensor (Sony IMX278), f/2.0 aperture, 29 mm EGF, autofocus, optical stabilization, dual flash, video recording [email protected] fps, frontal - 8 MP (Sony IMX179 Exmor), aperture f/2.4, EGF 26 mm, video [email protected] fps
• Network: 2G, 3G (HSPA+, up to 42 Mbps), LTE Cat. 4 (up to 150 Mbps)
• SIM cards: nanoSIM (4FF format) + nanoSIM (4FF format)/microSD slots, Dual SIM Dual Active (DSDA)
• Navigation: GPS/GLONASS/BDS, A-GPS
• Radio: FM tuner
• Sensors: accelerometer, gyroscope, compass, light and proximity sensors
• Battery: non-removable, lithium polymer, 2680 mAh (10.19 Wh; 3.8 V)
• Colors: silver, gold
• Dimensions: 144.9x72.1x6.4 mm
• Weight: 144 grams

Design, ergonomics

Huawei does not hide the fact that when creating a new flagship, drawing inspiration from traditional values, they did without avant-garde solutions. So, according to the creators, P8 design elements should evoke memories of the pages, spines and bindings of books.

An overture to this approach is the original plastic box with a translucent lid, and the process of unpacking the device in a sense resembles removing a book from a bookshelf.

The fact is that the smartphone, as well as its documentation and accessories (USB-microUSB cable, power adapter and headset), which are distributed in separate boxes, are inserted into the main package vertically, not horizontally, as usual. In general, everything looks very stylish.

According to the developers, the body of the new flagship is made of a single piece of aluminum, while the thin back cover is made of steel, which further increases the rigidity of the frame.

The developers made the P8 not only one of the thinnest (only 6.4 mm), but also one of the lightest (weight - 144 g, which is about the same as the tiny iPhone 4 by today's standards) modern flagships. Indeed, for comparison: - 6.9 mm, 129 g; - 9.6 mm, 157 g; - 9.8 mm, 155 g; - 6.8 mm, 138 g. Note, by the way, that the thickness of the previous flagship is 6.5 mm. The model of the new smartphone GRA_UL00 is presented in two colors: silver (Titanium Grey) and golden (Mystic Champagne). At the same time, the surface treatment does not hide the structure of the metal, and the steel back panel pleasantly cools the hand.

In the upper part of the front panel, covered with protective glass, there was a cutout for a "talking" microphone, to the left of which there are proximity and light sensors, and to the right - the front camera lens and the charging / event indicator.

The on-screen control buttons "Back", "Home" and "Recent Applications" are indicated by the icons "triangle", "circle" and "square". Their order is easy to change in the settings by adding an icon to them to call the notification panel. The Huawei logo, by which the light version of the smartphone is easy to distinguish from the flagship, is missing here under the screen. Generally speaking, the full face of the novelty turned out to be rather faceless, which, given Huawei's reverent attitude to design, is rather strange.

The left side of the case is empty,

and on the right they assembled a volume rocker, a power / lock button, as well as two closed slots with trays, the lower of which accepts only nanoSIM cards, and the upper, combined one, is designed for alternative installation of either a nanoSIM format subscriber identification module or a microSD memory card. In this sense, it is more "omnivorous", since it accepts nanoSIM and microSIM cards in different slots. Both locks on the covers are opened with a special paper clip, which is included in the kit.

By the way, in profile, the P8 flagship can be distinguished from its clothed version only by plastic jumpers (elements in the design of the antennas).

The top end is occupied by a 3.5 mm audio headset jack and a hole for the second microphone (noise reduction), which is closer to the left edge of the flagship.

At the bottom, between two groups of holes (six in each), a microUSB connector was placed, which is framed by the heads of two mounting screws.

Under the left group of holes, as before, the grille of the "multimedia" speaker is hidden, and under the right - the "conversational" microphone.

The holes for the main camera and the dual flash were taken out to the upper left side of the back cover and covered with a dark glass plate, which is neatly copied in. Only closer to the edge there is a flash (in the light version, the opposite is true).

From the inscription (in very small print) at the bottom of the steel panel, decorated with the Huawei logo, you can find out the model number, company name and country of manufacture.

Fixing the smartphone in the palm of your hand is accompanied by a pleasant coolness of the metal, without any "sharp" sensations. True, the dimensions of the case, due mainly to the screen diagonal (5.2 inches), do not allow us to talk about comfortable control of the device with one hand. For this reason, the settings provide a number of tools to partially compensate for this shortcoming.

Screen, camera, sound

For the 5.2-inch display of the flagship smartphone, we chose Full HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels), which, for obvious reasons, does not claim to be a technological record. Of course, Quad HD would have sounded cooler, it's another matter whether the game is worth the candle in this case. Indeed, with the existing diagonal and screen resolution, the density of dots per inch is 424 dpi. In addition, the P8 uses an advanced matrix without an air gap between the screen layers produced by JDI - IPS-Neo with improved contrast (1500:1). At the same time, the ratio of the display area to the area of ​​the entire front panel is 71.6%. The screen with rather thin side frames is distinguished not only by good contrast, but also by color reproduction close to natural, large viewing angles and a solid margin of brightness.

The backlight level is adjusted either manually, or it uses automatic adjustment by light sensor. At the same time, the latter works quite adequately. The touch capacitive screen recognizes up to ten simultaneous clicks. The results of the AnTuTu Tester and Multi-Touch Test programs fully confirm such multi-touch. In the settings it is possible to change the color temperature of the screen - to make the colors warmer or vice versa, colder. There is also an option to increase the sensitivity of the sensor for working with gloves. Good anti-reflective properties of the screen allow you to use your smartphone outdoors without any problems even on a sunny summer day. Note that an oleophobic (grease-repellent) coating is applied on top of the protective glass.

The key features of the main camera based on the Sony IMX278 photo module are optical image stabilization, a 4-color RGBW sensor with a resolution of 13 megapixels, and a separate (not from the chipset) image processor from Altek. It is also worth adding a lens with an effective focal length (EFF) of 29 mm and aperture of f / 2.0, as well as autofocus and dual LED flash. All this is aimed at creating conditions for obtaining a high-quality contrast image in low light conditions. The maximum image resolution is 4160x3120 pixels (13 MP) with a classic aspect ratio (4:3) and 4160x2336 pixels (10 MP) for a widescreen frame (16:9). You can see photo examples.

In turn, the front camera, based on the 8-megapixel Sony IMX179 Exmor photo module, received a wide-angle lens with 26 mm EGF and f / 2.4 aperture. The maximum resolution of "selfies" here is 3264x2448 pixels (8 MP, 4:3) and 3264x1840 pixels (3.8 MP, 16:9), respectively. Both cameras can shoot in Full HD-resolution (1920x1080 pixels, 16:9) at a frame rate of 30 fps. All content is stored in MP4 container files (AVC - video, AAC - sound). Shooting with a resolution of 4K, as well as with an increased frame rate (for example, 60 fps), is not provided here.

In the Camera app, in addition to Photo, Video, and Beautify modes (for enhancing portraits), Time Lapse (for taking time-lapses) and Light (for shooting with a tripod in low light) are also available. In the latter, in particular, the presets "Light of lanterns", "Light graffiti", "Water" and "Stars" are collected. It is clear that for such filming you need not only a certain place, but also a decent margin of time.

Along with image resolution and video quality, parameters such as saturation, contrast and brightness are adjusted in the camera settings. White balance and ISO settings are also available. Before and after shooting, it is easy to use a set of filters such as "Vintage", "Monochrome", etc. In the settings of the front camera, in particular, the "Perfect Selfie" mode is offered, where, along with the usual beautification effect, you can adjust additional parameters ("Smoothing", "Whitening", "Big eyes", "Bright eyes", "Narrow face").

Using the "Mirror" application, available from the front camera menu, it is easy not only to look at yourself, your loved one, but also to play a little trick by drawing a funny face on the "fogged" screen or even "break" the protective glass of the smartphone.

But the "Director" program allows you to feel like a professional, so that together with your friends (by connecting a maximum of three more smartphones) you can shoot your video simultaneously from four points, and then mount it into one clip.

The "multimedia" speaker of the smartphone sounds pretty good, although its volume is not very high. Recall that the basic Kirin 930 platform (Hi3630 chipset) uses the Tensilica HiFi 3 signal processor, licensed from Cadence Design Systems. So for standard tools, playback of FLAC files created by lossless audio data compression codecs is available. But DTS (Digital Theater System) sound enhancement technology can only be used with headphones. In this sense, the bundled headset is useful not only as a shortwave antenna for the built-in FM tuner, which can only be listened to through headphones. Noise-cancelling stereo recordings for Voice Recorder are provided using two microphones in Meeting, Interview, and Concert modes. By the way, the manufacturer claims that, for example, in strong winds, the smartphone is able to filter out up to 90% of the noise generated by the air flow.

Filling, performance

The HiSilicon Kirin 930 chip, made in compliance with 28 nm design standards, acts as the base platform for the flagship smartphone P8. The 8-core processor used in it is composed of two clusters of 64-bit Cortex-A53 (1.5 GHz) and Cortex-A53e (2.0 GHz) cores according to the ARM big.LITTLE GTS architecture.

More powerful Cortex-A57 did not suit their high power consumption, which leads to increased heating of the mobile device. It is believed that the new quartet of Cortex-A53e is only slightly inferior to Cortex-A57 in terms of performance, but consumes battery power more economically. Graphics processing functions are taken over by the built-in ARM Mali-T628 MP4 accelerator with four execution units. In addition to the memory controller (LPDDR3, 1600 MHz), the Kirin 930 chip implements a "sensor hub" - a Smart i3 coprocessor, a Tensilica HiFi 3 audio processor, an LTE modem, etc. The basic configuration of the smartphone is supplemented with 3 GB of RAM.

On synthetic tests AnTuTu Benchmark, the flagship measured 46,389 "virtual parrots". Approximately the same number of "feathers" are estimated, for example, a 5.5-inch smartphone and an "intermediate" flagship.

Vellamo benchmarks, including multi-core (Multicore) and processor (Metal) tests, confirmed the flagship efforts of the P8.

On Epic Citadel's visual test, with various settings of High Performance, High Quality, and Ultra High Quality, the average frame rate varied as follows - 58.1 fps, 54.8 fps, and 31.0 fps.

On the 3DMark universal gaming benchmark, where the smartphone was tested on Sling Shot and Ice Storm Unlimited sets, results of 184 and 7,725 were recorded, respectively. Of course, there are no problems with games, including "heavy" ones, on the P8.

The total number of points earned by the flagship on the Base Mark OS II cross-platform benchmark was 1,146 and almost doubled the result for the .

Model GRA_UL00 equipped with 16 GB of internal memory, of which approximately 10.4 GB is available. To expand the available storage, there is a slot designed for microSD / HC / XC memory cards with a maximum capacity of up to 128 GB. Recall that the slot where the memory card is inserted is universal, and, having occupied it, you will have to sacrifice the installation of a second SIM card (nanoSIM format). Support for USB-OTG technology allows you to connect, for example, USB drives.

In the SIM card settings, it is proposed to decide which of the subscriber identification modules will work with 4G / 3G networks, which one will be used for data transfer, and which one for voice calls and messages. Thanks to two separate radio modules, Dual SIM Dual Active mode is supported, when both SIM cards function simultaneously. Here's what it specifically says about 4G support: LTE Cat. 4 (up to 150 Mbps) FDD: Band 1, 3, 4, 7; TDD: Band 38, 39, 40, 41. Recall that the 7th frequency band (2600 MHz) is especially relevant for Russia.

Wi-Fi+ settings should enable smart switching between Wi-Fi networks and mobile data networks to improve performance. But Signal + technology allows the smartphone to choose the most optimal communication mode. This was made possible thanks to the quick switching from one part of the dual antenna to another. In addition, according to the developers, in this case, the quality of the connection improves while driving at high speeds (up to 300 km/h).

As for other communication capabilities of the flagship, Bluetooth 4.1 is available, but only one frequency band is supported for Wi-Fi 802.11n (2.4 GHz). And there is no NFC interface in this model. Well, the implementation of Wi-Fi Direct allows the smartphone to communicate with another device without routers and hot spots.

GPS, GLONASS and BDS satellite systems are used for positioning and navigation. At the same time, according to the testimony of the AndroiTS GPS Test test program, signals from GPS satellites are most readily searched for. A-GPS mode is also available.

The capacity of the flagship's non-removable lithium polymer battery is 2,680 mAh (10.19 Wh; 3.8 V). Recall that the simplified version is content with a battery of only 2,200 mAh. But even this difference makes itself felt.

So, on tests of the AnTuTu Tester battery, the flagship earned 7,874 points (against 4,517). But the test set of videos in MP4 format and Full HD-quality at full brightness spun continuously for about 7 hours.

In the "Energy Saving" settings, which also provides for optimization and monitoring of energy consumption, four modes are already offered - "Energy Saving", "Smart", "Performance" and "Moderate". The latter mode is recommended for prolonged use of the device, but "Energy Saving" turns the smartphone into a regular "dialer" (only calls and messages). In turn, "Smart" is good for a balanced daily work, and "Performance" is required for games and online videos.

Software

The flagship runs on the Android 5.0 operating system, the interface of which is replaced by the proprietary EMUI 3.1 shell with support for over-the-air OTA (Over-The-Air) updates.

The same version of the launcher is also installed on a simplified version of the flagship. Recall that the shell does not have a separate application menu, and shortcuts to all programs are simply collected on desktops.

Speech recognition is useful for finding a new smartphone if one is nearby, or for making a call when your hands are full. First, in the "Speech recognition" section, you should select activation words (recommended - Okay emy) and practice their pronunciation three times, as well as decide on the type of ringing signal and language (so far, alas, only English). For example, when searching for a phone, after the words to activate it, you need to say: "Where are you?". In response, you will hear from the smartphone - "I am here", while the device will flash with a flash and the screen, displaying colored balls on it.

Taking a screenshot on the P8 is easy by tapping your knuckle twice on the screen. To do this, in the "Smart screenshot" section, activate the corresponding option. In addition, if you draw, again with your knuckle, a closed path (counterclockwise), you get a snapshot of a limited area of ​​​​the screen. It is proposed to leave this area of ​​arbitrary shape (as is), or to make a square or elliptical shape. In addition to everything, right on the smartphone, the resulting image can be edited.

Purchase, conclusions

In general, the new flagship from Huawei has successfully fit into the fashion family of R smartphones. In its ultra-thin all-metal case with a high-quality screen, a rather powerful stuffing is hidden. At the same time, for each of the two SIM-cards there was a place for a separate radio module. Of course, the advanced main camera deserves special attention in this smartphone. Unfortunately, you have to pay for expanding the built-in memory with a second SIM card.

I was somewhat surprised by the absence of an NFC interface in the flagship device and support for the 5 GHz band for WiFi 802.11n. In addition, I would like to see the possibility for fast charging. As already noted, it can hardly be considered an advantage to install a second nanoSIM card as an alternative to expanding the built-in memory .

The Huawei P8 smartphone is offered at a recommended price of 29,990 rubles, so it looks more advantageous compared to 2-SIM flagships, for example, Samsung Galaxy S6 Duos or (Duos), for which, according to Yandex.Market, they ask for an average of 39,990 rubles and 42,320 rubles, respectively. However, taking into account all the possibilities of these elegant devices, they are worth that kind of money (taking into account the ruble exchange rate, of course). In short, choosing a worthy opponent for the P8 is not so easy. A more real competitor may, for example, be "thin and iron", which also belongs to the fashion line. Of course, his filling is simpler, but the average price is lower - 24,879 rubles.

The results of the review of the smartphone Huawei P8

Pros:

• Ultra-slim all-metal body
• Quality screen
• Powerful stuffing
• Advanced camera with optical stabilization
• Expandable memory
• Two radio modules for SIM cards

Minuses:

• No NFC interface
• No 5GHz band support for Wi-Fi 802.11n
• No fast charging
• Alternative installation of either a second nanoSIM or microSD card

Huawei P8 continues the glorious tradition of the flagship smartphone line. This gadget was announced on a grand scale in April 2015. He successfully retained the design developments of his predecessors, and also acquired a completely new hardware.

Appearance and ergonomics

The high-quality all-metal body of the Huawei P8 immediately inspires respect. The Huawei designers claim they were inspired by the hand-made book binding. It turned out a kind of classic in a modern way. And if the smartphone looks recognizable from the front, then the back part has undergone changes. The rear panel has lost glass, but has improved ergonomic properties thanks to slightly rough aluminum. Now prints will not be actively collected on the case. Emphasis was placed on practicality and elegance at the same time. At the same time, the device is as compact as possible, and the build quality is at a truly high level. Dimensions P8: height - 145 mm, width - 72 mm, thickness - 6.4 mm, weight - 145 g. Case color: silver, champagne, black.

Display

The Huawei P8 uses a 5.2-inch IPS screen. The viewing angles here are maximum, and the picture quality is always excellent. Almost natural color reproduction is pleasing to the eye, and Full HD resolution at this size creates amazing detail. You can also customize the colors yourself. Pleasantly surprised by the automatic brightness control, which does its job perfectly. The anti-reflective coating does not raise any complaints, as the information remains readable in the sun.

Hardware and performance

The Huawei P8 smartphone is equipped with an advanced 64-bit Kirin 930 processor with eight cores (Cortex-A53) and a maximum frequency of 2000 MHz. It uses the Mali-T628 MP4 graphics accelerator, as well as 3 GB of RAM. The user is given only 16 GB for file storage, which is very small for a flagship. At the same time, only 10 GB are actually available. MicroSD cards up to 256 GB can be used. EMUI 3.1 acts as an exclusive shell, and the smartphone is controlled using the very popular Android 5.0 OS.

The filling turned out to be quite productive. So, in the AnTuTu test, the P8 gadget manages to score 45,000 points. The speed of the device is felt not only during everyday use, but also when running serious games. For example, AAA class projects (WoT, GTA, Asphalt 8) work with high speed and maximum effects. In Ice Storm Extreme, the device shows a score of 5700 points.

Communication and sound

It is worth noting that Huawei P8 supports all domestic bands of LTE networks. It can also work in HSDPA and GSM networks. Of the wireless modules stand out Bluetooth 4.1 and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz. The device receives the signal very confidently, and any network is caught well. Able to please the clear sound of the conversational speaker. As for the multimedia speaker, its volume is not the most impressive, but the sound is loud and clear.

Camera

During the presentation of Huawei P8, a lot of attention was paid to the new generation 13-megapixel camera. The sensor from Sony is now four-color (RGBW). Optical stabilization appeared, which was not in the smartphones of this series. A dedicated DSLR processor is dedicated to this. Aperture 2.0 is useful for night shooting. The camera menu is extremely convenient, there are a large number of useful modes. You can also change the focus point. There is an interesting mode "Drawing with light", relevant in the evening. The camera boasts excellent macro. Even at night, the smartphone takes great pictures, and even more so in the daytime. You can only record videos in Full HD, since 4K is not supported. The front-facing 8-megapixel camera with a fixed focus distance will also please. The "Decoration" mode will help to get rid of skin defects.

conclusions

Let Huawei P8 turned out not to be an ideal flagship, but it stepped forward much further than its predecessor in literally everything. For 30,000 rubles (at the start of sales), the user gets a really beautiful smartphone with good hardware and two excellent cameras. This is the best solution for those who do not yet have enough or feel sorry for the money for top-end solutions from Samsung and Apple.

Pros:

• Performance.
• Screen.
• Cameras (front and back).
• Build quality.
• Price.

Minuses:

• Lack of NFC.
• Not enough internal memory.

Specifications Huawei P8

General characteristics
Model	Huawei P8, GRA-UL00, GRA-TL00, GRA-CL00, GRA-L09, GRA-UL10, GRA-TL10, GRA-CL10
Date of announcement/start of sales	April 2015 / April 2015
Dimensions	144.9 x 72.1 x 6.4 mm.
Weight	144
Body colors	Titanium Grey, Mystic Champagne (16 GB model) Carbon Black, Prestige Gold (64 GB model)
Number and type of SIM cards	2 nano-SIM, alternate mode of operation
operating system	Android OS, v4.4.2 (KitKat), v5.0.2 (Lollipop)
Communication standard in 2G networks	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 CDMA 800
Communication standard in 3G networks	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO / TD-SCDMA
Communication standard in 4G networks	LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 7(2600), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
Display
Screen type	IPS-NEO LCD, 16 million colors
Screen size	5.2 inches
Screen resolution	1080 x 1920 @424ppi
Multitouch	yes, up to 10 simultaneous touches
Screen protection	Gorilla Glass 3
Sound
3.5mm jack	There is
FM radio	There is
Additionally	24-bit/192kHz audio, active noise cancellation
Data transfer
USB	microUSB v2.0, USB Host
satellite navigation	GPS (A-GPS), GLONASS/ BDS
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth	v4.1, A2DP, LE
Internet connection	LTE, Cat4; HSDPA, 21 Mbps; HSUPA, 5.76 Mbps, EDGE, GPRS
NFC	Yes
Platform
CPU	HiSilicon Kirin 930/935 Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU	Mali-T628 MP4
RAM	3GB RAM
Inner memory	16/64 GB
Supported memory cards	microSD up to 256GB
Camera
Camera	13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm, autofocus, OIS, dual-LED (dual tone) flash
Camera Features	1.12 µm pixel size, geo-tagging, touch focus, face/smile detection, panorama, HDR
Video recording	[email protected]
Front-camera	8 MP, f/2.4, 26mm, 1080p
Battery
Battery type and capacity	Li-Po 2680 mAh, non-removable
Additionally
Sensors	Light, proximity, gyroscope, compass, accelerometer
Browser	HTML5
Email	IMAP, POP3, SMTP
Other	— XviD/MP4/H.264 player - MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV/Flac player - Document Viewer — Organizer - Voice dialing, voice commands
Equipment
Standard equipment	smartphone, headphones, charger, USB cable, manual

Prices

Video reviews

The next flagship of the premium family of Huawei mobile devices, a smartphone called Huawei P8, presented at the end of last spring in London, has finally reached Russia. Compared to its predecessor, the P7, a lot has changed in the new flagship: more practical case materials have been used, a more powerful hardware platform has been installed, the amount of RAM has been increased, and the communication part has been redesigned. Of course, the developers did not bypass the issue of shooting on the camera: the latest Sony module was installed in the Huawei P8, and the camera software was further improved, and new shooting modes were added. At the same time, the main thing has been preserved: the flagships of the Huawei P series have always been and remain one of the most compact, thin and light expensive fashion models on the market among the top smartphones of our time. Huawei's new flagship looks to be a very balanced device in most aspects, and we will go into more specific details in this review.

First, let's take a look at the characteristics of the smartphone, the hardware is impressive.

Key Features of Huawei P8 (UL00)

	Huawei P8	LG G4	HTC One M9	Samsung Galaxy S6	Meizu MX5
Screen	5.2" IPS	5.5" IPS	5″ S-LCD 3	5.1″ Super AMOLED	5.5″ Super AMOLED
Permission	1920×1080, 424ppi	2560×1440, 538 ppi	1920×1080, 441ppi	2560×1440, 577 ppi	1920×1080, 401ppi
SoC	HiSilicon Kirin 930 (8x ARM Cortex-A53) @2+1.5GHz	Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 (2x Cortex-A57 @1.8GHz + 4x [email protected].5 GHz)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 (4x Cortex-A57 @2.0GHz + 4x Cortex-A53 @1.5GHz)	Exynos 7420 (4x Cortex-A57 @2.1GHz & 4x Cortex-A53 @1.5GHz)	Mediatek MT6795T Octa-core (8x Cortex-A53 @2.2GHz)
GPU	Mali-T624	Adreno 418	Adreno 430	Mali-T760	PowerVR G6200
RAM	3 GB	3 GB	3 GB	3 GB	3 GB
Flash memory	16 GB	32 GB	32 GB	32/64/128 GB	16/32/64 GB
Memory card support	microSD	microSD	microSD	—	—
operating system	Google Android 5.0	Google Android 5.1	Google Android 5.0	Google Android 5.0	Google Android 5.0
Battery	non-removable, 2680 mAh	removable, 3000 mAh	non-removable, 2840 mAh	non-removable, 2550 mAh	non-removable, 3150 mAh
cameras	main (13 MP; video 1080p), front (8 MP)	main (16 MP; video 4K), front (8 MP)	main (20.7 MP; video 4K), front (4 MP)	main (16 MP; video 4K), front (5 MP)	main (20.7 MP; video 4K), front (5 MP)
Dimensions and weight	145×72×6.4mm, 145g	149×76×9.8mm, 155g	145×70×9.6mm, 157g	143×70×6.8mm, 138g	150×75×7.6mm, 149g
average price	T-12435227	T-12466715	T-12259334	T-12259333	T-12675734
Huawei P8 offers	L-12435227-10

• SoC HiSilicon Kirin 930, 1.5 + 2.0 GHz, 8 cores ARM Cortex-A53
• GPU Mali-T624
• Operating system Android 5.0, EMUI 3.1
• IPS touch display, 5.2″, 1920×1080, 424 ppi
• Random access memory (RAM) 3 GB, internal memory 16 GB
• microSD card support
• Support Nano-SIM (2 pcs.)
• Communication 2G: GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• 3G connection: WCDMA
• Data transmission FDD LTE (Cat4, up to 150 Mbps) Band 1, 3, 4, 7
• Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct
• Bluetooth 4.1
• USB 2.0, OTG
• GPS (A-GPS), Glonass
• Camera 13 MP, autofocus, optical stabilizer, LED flash
• Camera 8 MP (front), fixed. focus
• Proximity sensor, direction sensor, light sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, electronic compass
• Non-removable battery 2680 mAh
• Dimensions 145×72×6.4 mm
• Weight 145 g

Contents of delivery

Huawei P8 goes on sale in a box that is completely unusual in appearance and unusual in structure. It is immediately clear that the designers have worked hard on this topic, completely revising their vision of what the packaging of a fashion model of a modern smartphone should be like. In it, all the accessories, arranged in boxes, along with the smartphone itself, are inserted vertically, like books on a bookshelf (if you lay it on its side). Outside, all this is also covered with a lacquered plastic panel with a golden inscription on a black background, and the assembled box looks fresh and incredibly stylish, immediately setting up for further acquaintance with the contents.

The bundle is standard: the smartphone comes with a not very powerful charger (output current 5 V 1 A), a Micro-USB connecting cable, wired headphones, a metal key for removing SIM cards and thin paper instructions.

Appearance and usability

The company's developers have always paid maximum attention to the appearance of smartphones of the flagship Huawei P line, because from the first days this line was positioned, first of all, as a fashion line. Some of the previous representatives of the series (P1 and P6) were once record holders for the [minimum] thickness, and even now the novelties of this family remain among the thinnest fashion models on the mobile device market. The new Huawei P8 did not disappoint in this regard: the thickness of its all-metal body is only 6.4 mm, which makes the smartphone one of the thinnest modern flagships.

As for the design itself, there is nothing to admire here: we have a completely ordinary rectangular bar without frills. The corners are perhaps too sharp, and the side faces themselves are neither. That is, either it was necessary to make them completely straight, or to fully round them, like the same iPhone 6. Here, there is some kind of incompleteness: the edges were rounded quite a bit, and then for some reason they were additionally chamfered. As a result, the case looks peculiar, and this rather wide, heavy and very thin metal plate constantly tends to slip out of the hands. This, by the way, oddly enough, is facilitated by the fact that the metal surfaces here were given a haze and a slight roughness - an ordinary smooth metal would be held in hands even more reliably.

The smartphone has no removable parts, the case is non-separable, therefore, the appropriate method of installing cards is used. In the side face on the right, there are two slot-like slots into which metal sleds with cards are inserted, and they are removed using the supplied paperclip key. It should be noted that one of the slots can be used either for a memory card or for a second SIM card, but not at the same time, which is depressing: the smartphone does not have much of its own built-in memory so that you can easily refuse to use a memory card. As a result, the user faces a dilemma - after all, it would be nice to have both.

The camera module on the back of the smartphone does not protrude beyond the rear surface at all. It is combined with a single block with a two-section multi-colored LED flash, fixed in a mirror non-metallic bar embedded in the body. If necessary, the flash can be used as a flashlight, which is quickly turned on from the panel that slides out from the bottom of the screen, once borrowed by Huawei from the Apple iPhone.

The same iPhone eventually contributed to the fact that most self-respecting manufacturers finally stopped bringing the speaker to the back of the smartphone - to where the outgoing sound is constantly blocked by the table surface and directed in the opposite direction from the user - and finally moved the speakers to the bottom end. The situation is the same in the case of Huawei P8: two rows of holes are made in the lower end of the metal case, but the sound, as usual, comes out only through one grille, while the second one is installed only for symmetry. It is possible that a conversational microphone is hidden behind it, but the sound of the speaker definitely does not pass through it (this is easy to verify by alternately covering the holes with your finger).

In the middle, between two grilles, there is a Micro-USB connector, which, unlike the same grilles, for some reason was not centered relative to the central axis. It looks a little annoying: it is not clear why designers miss such trifles in their work. It is enough to look at the same iPhone: there is not a single element placed crookedly; everything is thought out to the smallest detail, and this captivates.

The same can be said about mechanical buttons - more precisely, one button, the main one, used for blocking. It is clear that it is copied from the Sony Z series smartphones, but even there this “find” looks, to put it mildly, not very organically. And so, all the elements placed on the edges, including the covers of the card slots and the volume control key, have a uniform look here, and only this button is made almost square for some reason, and even recessed into some shapeless recess cut in the metal, which the rest of the elements do not have. All this looks absolutely out of place and stands out from the general style. The buttons themselves have an elastic, but too short stroke, they are not perfect, but you can get used to them.

The same picture is observed on the upper end: the evenly cut hole under the audio jack looks quite organic, but right next to it they again missed the central axis with the hole of the second, auxiliary microphone. Apparently, the designer in his work was guided by something else, but by no means the concept of symmetry.

The front panel is completely covered with a flat protective glass without sides. In its upper part, in addition to sensors and a front camera, there is such a useful element as an LED event indicator. The function of flashing this small dot glowing in the right corner when receiving new notifications can be turned off by yourself in the screen settings menu section.

There are no hardware buttons in the lower part under the screen, all buttons are virtual, so their set and relative position can be changed to your taste in the corresponding section of the settings menu.

According to information gleaned from the Huawei branded online store, the smartphone will be available in Russian retail in two colors: dark gray, as in our photos, and champagne color with a white front panel, although there are images of Huawei P8 in branded photos, in which the front panel is painted in this very light brown shade. Obviously, such a modification will either not go to the Russian market, or will become available later.

Screen

The Huawei P8 smartphone is equipped with an IPS sensor matrix produced using in-cell technology. The screen dimensions are 65 × 115 mm, the diagonal is 5.2 inches, the resolution is 1920 × 1080 pixels. The pixel density is 424 ppi. The width of the frame from the screen border to the edge of the case on the sides is about 3.5 mm, and about 15 mm at the top and bottom.

The brightness of the display can be adjusted manually, or you can use automatic adjustment based on the operation of the light sensor. Multi-touch technology allows you to handle 10 simultaneous touches. The smartphone also has a proximity sensor that blocks the screen when you bring the smartphone to your ear. Working with the screen while wearing gloves is supported, but double tapping in this case does not activate the screen, although this functionality was previously encountered in Huawei smartphones. Perhaps the whole thing is only in the firmware of the test sample.

A detailed examination using measuring instruments was carried out by the editor of the "Monitors" and "Projectors and TV" sections Alexey Kudryavtsev. Here is his expert opinion on the screen of the test sample.

The front surface of the screen is made in the form of a glass plate with a mirror-smooth surface, resistant to scratches. Judging by the reflection of objects, the anti-glare properties of the screen are no worse than those of the Google Nexus 7 (2013) screen (hereinafter simply Nexus 7). For clarity, here is a photo in which a white surface is reflected in the off screens (on the left is Nexus 7, on the right is Huawei P8, then they can be distinguished by size):

The screen of Huawei P8 is even slightly darker (brightness in photos is 105 versus 112 for Nexus 7). The ghosting of reflected objects in the Huawei P8 screen is very weak, which indicates that there is no air gap between the screen layers (more specifically, between the outer glass and the surface of the LCD matrix) (OGS type screen - One Glass Solution). Due to the smaller number of borders (glass/air type) with very different refractive indices, such screens look better in conditions of strong external illumination, but their repair in case of cracked external glass is much more expensive, since the entire screen has to be changed. On the outer surface of the screen there is a special oleophobic (grease-repellent) coating (slightly worse in efficiency than the Nexus 7), so fingerprints are removed more easily, and appear at a slower rate than in the case of ordinary glass.

With manual brightness control and with a white field displayed in full screen, the maximum brightness value was about 440 cd/m², the minimum was 10 cd/m². The maximum brightness is quite high, which means that, given the excellent anti-reflective properties, readability even on a sunny day outdoors should be at a good level. In complete darkness, the brightness can be reduced to a comfortable value. In the presence of automatic brightness control by light sensor (it is located to the left of the front speaker slot). In automatic mode, when the ambient light conditions change, the screen brightness both increases and decreases. This function depends on the position of the brightness slider. If it is 100%, then in complete darkness the auto-brightness function reduces the brightness to 120 cd / m² (a bit too much), in an artificially lit office (about 400 lux) it sets it to 300 cd / m² (it could have been less), in a very bright environment (corresponds to lighting on a clear day outdoors, but without direct sunlight - 20,000 lux or a little more) the brightness rises to 440 cd / m² (to the maximum - it is necessary); if the adjustment is about 50%, then the values ​​​​are as follows: 10, 115 and 440 cd / m² (ideal combination), the regulator at 0% - 10, 30 and 220 cd / m² (the last two values ​​\u200b\u200bare slightly underestimated, which is logical). It turns out that the auto-brightness function works absolutely adequately and allows the user to customize their work to individual requirements. At any brightness level, there is virtually no backlight modulation, so there is no screen flicker.

This smartphone uses an IPS type matrix. Micrographs show a typical IPS sub-pixel structure:

For comparison, you can see the gallery of microphotographs of screens used in mobile technology.

The screen has good viewing angles without significant color shift even at large deviations of the gaze from the perpendicular to the screen and without inverting shades. For comparison, here are photographs in which the same images are displayed on the screens of Huawei P8 and Nexus 7, while the brightness of the screens was initially set to about 200 cd / m², and the color balance on the camera was forcibly switched to 6500 K. A white field is perpendicular to the screens:

Note the good uniformity of brightness and color tone of the white field. And a test picture:

The colors on the screen of the Huawei P8 are oversaturated and the color balance is slightly different. Now at an angle of about 45 degrees to the plane and to the side of the screen:

It can be seen that the colors have not changed much on both screens, but on the Huawei P8, the contrast has decreased to a greater extent due to strong black highlights. And the white box:

The brightness at an angle of the screens has decreased (at least 5 times, based on the difference in shutter speed), but the Huawei P8 screen is still lighter (brightness in photos is 240 versus 235 for Nexus 7). The black field, when deviated diagonally, is highlighted strongly and acquires a reddish tint. The photos below demonstrate this (the brightness of the white areas in the direction perpendicular to the plane of the screens is the same!):

And from another angle:

With a perpendicular view, the uniformity of the black field is not ideal, since closer to the edge the black is highlighted in places:

And with a different location of the on-screen buttons:

Contrast (approximately in the center of the screen) is high - about 1400:1. The response time for the black-white-black transition is 22 ms (12 ms on + 10 ms off). The transition between 25% and 75% grayscale (according to the numerical value of the color) and back takes a total of 34 ms. The gamma curve constructed from 32 points with an equal interval according to the numerical value of the shade of gray did not reveal a blockage either in the highlights or in the shadows. The exponent of the approximating power function is 2.17, which is close to the standard value of 2.2. In this case, the real gamma curve almost does not deviate from the power dependence:

This device has some kind of dynamic adjustment of the brightness of the backlight in accordance with the nature of the displayed image. As a result, the resulting dependence of brightness on hue (gamma curve) may not correspond to the gamma curve of a static image, since the measurements were carried out with sequential grayscale output almost on the entire screen. For this reason, we carried out a number of tests - determining contrast and response time, comparing black flare at angles - we carried out (however, as always) when displaying special patterns with a constant average brightness, and not monochromatic fields in full screen. It should be noted that in this case, the brightness correction is weakly expressed and has a not entirely obvious dependence on the image, but it would be better not to have it at all.

The color gamut is noticeably wider than sRGB:

Let's look at the spectra:

They are not typical, but we have already seen them in the case of, for example, the Sony Xperia Z2. Sony points out that these screens use LEDs with a blue emitter and green and red phosphors (usually a blue emitter and a yellow phosphor), which, in combination with special matrix filters, allow for a wide color gamut. Most likely, this statement is true in the case of Huawei P8. For a consumer device, a wide color gamut is not a virtue, but a significant drawback, because as a result, the colors of images - drawings, photographs and films - oriented to the sRGB space (and the vast majority of them) have unnatural saturation. This is especially noticeable on recognizable shades, such as skin tones. The result is shown in the photo above.

The balance of shades on the gray scale is good, since the color temperature is not much higher than the standard 6500 K, and the deviation from the blackbody spectrum (ΔE) is below 10, which is considered an acceptable indicator for a consumer device. At the same time, the color temperature and ΔE change little from shade to shade - this has a positive effect on the visual assessment of color balance. (The darkest areas of the gray scale can be ignored, since the color balance does not matter much there, and the measurement error of color characteristics at low brightness is large.)

This device has the ability to adjust the color balance by adjusting the hue warmer-colder.

Curves in the charts above Without corr. correspond to the results without any color balance correction, and the curves Corr.- data obtained after shifting the correction slider to the "warm" side as far as it will go. It can be seen that the change in balance corresponds to the expected result, since the color temperature approached the standard value, but ΔE, unfortunately, increased noticeably and reached a critical value of 10 units. It may not make much sense to correct.

To summarize: the screen has a fairly high maximum brightness and has good anti-glare properties, so the device can be used outdoors without any problems even on a sunny summer day. In complete darkness, the brightness can be lowered to a comfortable level. It is permissible to use the mode with automatic brightness adjustment, which works adequately. Also, the advantages of the screen include the presence of an oleophobic coating, the absence of flicker and an air gap in the layers of the screen, high contrast, and a color balance close to the standard. The disadvantages are the low stability of black to the deviation of the gaze from the perpendicular to the plane of the screen and an overly wide color gamut. Nevertheless, given the importance of characteristics for this particular class of devices, the screen quality can be considered high, although it is worth getting ready for strange and not quite natural shades.

Sound

Sounds Huawei P8, despite the extremely thin body, very high quality. There is only one external speaker here, but the device produces high-quality sound through it and through the headphones for comfortable listening. This is not the level of Oppo or HTC, the smartphone does not abound with deep bass, but in terms of volume, Huawei P8 will definitely not yield to anyone. The sound is very loud, while the sound is clear, without wheezing and distortion, bright, rich, low frequencies are also partly present, although not fully. In conversational dynamics, the interlocutor's speech, timbre and intonation remain recognizable. To control the sound quality in the proprietary player, there are no manual settings, there is only the ability to turn DTS sound enhancement technology on or off, and then only for headphones.

There is an FM radio in the smartphone, it works only with connected headphones.

Camera

Huawei P8 is equipped with two modules of digital cameras with a resolution of 13 and 8 megapixels. For front shooting, an 8-megapixel module with an f / 2.4 lens is used, without autofocus and its own flash. Among the settings there is the possibility of tracking a smile, as well as shooting using the hardware volume key, including when the screen is locked (for this you need to double-tap the volume down, but shooting will be done on the main camera located at the back of the smartphone). For the front camera, there are also manual settings here, in which you can independently set the exposure, contrast, brightness. Also here we can mention a special mode "Perfect Selfie" with the ability to save personal data in memory, in which you can apply additional effects to photos (enlarge eyes, whiten skin, etc.).

The main camera uses a new 13-megapixel Sony sensor with a quad-color RGBW sensor and its own image processor. According to the developers, the RGBW sensor reduces brightness by 32% in high-contrast lighting and increases by 78% in low-light levels, while the independent image processor of the DSLR camera can suppress noise and evaluate shooting conditions by identifying high-contrast and low-light parts of the frame. The camera also features an f/2.0 lens with advanced OIS technology (compensates for shifts up to 1.2°) and tracking autofocus. The LED flash has two colored sectors.

The branded camera settings menu is the same as in previous models of the series, but several additional shooting modes have been added. Most of the menu functions are collected in a single vertical scroll, and additional shooting modes are selected by pressing the button in the upper right corner. In addition to the automatic shooting mode, there are several specific modes, such as Good photos, Decoration, Panorama, HDR etc. With the help of a separate mode, you can play around and adjust the focus on different areas of an already captured photograph. Also, someone may be curious about the new entertainment mode Drawing with light. This mode uses the camera's manual shutter control to capture various lighting effects. The developers suggest using this mode when shooting at night to capture the light pattern created by moving lanterns. According to their idea, users can create their own light patterns using a smartphone as a source of illumination in the dark.

The camera can shoot video with a resolution up to 1080p, while shooting, you can use tracking autofocus, it is also possible to use optical and electronic stabilization, and at the same time. As a result, the shooting is really very smooth, but the image quality itself leaves much to be desired. It is a pity that there is no shooting mode at 60 fps or at least in 4K resolution. An example test video is shown below.

• Clip #1 (19 MB, 1920×1080, 30 fps)

	The camera does a good job of shooting indoors.
	Sometimes the work of the noise reduction looks really subtle and pleasant.
	Regarding slow shutter speeds, the camera is not afraid: apparently, the stabilizer helps out.
	Good sharpness almost across the entire field of the frame.
	With the removal of the plan, the image becomes soapy.
	An example of a very good sharpness according to the plans.
	In the medium and distant plans, soapiness is again felt.
	Numbers of the nearest cars are distinguishable.
	Good field and plan sharpness.
	The camera does a good job with macro photography.
	With the removal of the plan, the foliage merges quite smoothly.

It should be noted right away that the camera copes well with shooting in low light, much better than most smartphones. The remaining minority quite reaches this level, but the well-coordinated work of the stabilizer and noise reduction is really felt here. The rest of the camera has no superpowers. She works out the details well, but often lathers. There are also small areas of blur, the sharpness is not always uniform across the field of the frame and according to the plans. And yet, the camera is well suited for documentary, and sometimes for artistic shooting.

Telephone part and communications

The smartphone operates in modern 2G GSM and 3G WCDMA networks, and it also supports fourth-generation LTE Cat4 networks, up to 150 Mbps (FDD LTE Band 1, 3, 4, 7). The most commonly used frequency in Russia, 2600 MHz, is also supported. In practice, with SIM-cards of domestic operators Megafon and Beeline, the smartphone is registered and works in LTE networks.

The remaining network capabilities of the smartphone are as follows: there is support for Bluetooth 4.1, but only one Wi-Fi band (2.4 GHz) is supported and there is no NFC. There is Wi-Fi Direct, you can organize a wireless access point via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth channels. The Micro-USB 2.0 connector supports connecting external devices in USB OTG mode. The developers also claim that the smartphone has used a new-designed dual antenna of Signal +, which, in combination with fast switching technology, allows the smartphone to select the optimal communication mode and improves the quality of the connection even while driving at high speed, for example, if the user is talking while on a high-speed train.

The phone application supports Smart Dial, that is, while dialing a phone number, a search for contacts is also carried out immediately. The settings provide an uninterrupted way to enter the Swype type. For the convenience of one-handed operation, it is possible to change the size of the virtual keyboards or even the entire working area of ​​the screen.

The smartphone supports two SIM-cards. All work with them in the menu is conveniently organized on one page, the settings are conveniently grouped, you just need to put a couple of checkmarks - and the choice is made. Everything is clear and intuitive. Perhaps this menu for managing work with two SIM-cards is the most convenient of all the options we have encountered before.

Any of the SIM cards can be assigned as the main one for organizing voice calls, data transfer and sending SMS messages; when dialing a number, you can also select the desired card using the corresponding buttons. A SIM card in any slot can work with 3G / 4G networks, but only one of them can operate in this mode at the same time. To change the assignments of card slots, you do not need to swap places - this can be done directly from the phone menu. Working with two SIM cards is organized according to the Dual SIM Dual Active standard, when both cards can work in parallel and simultaneously, that is, the smartphone uses two separate radio modules - this is a very rare and, of course, a very user-friendly option.

The proprietary interface traditionally changes the design and the entire internal arrangement of the standard system so much that there is little left of the original Android design. There is no separate application menu here, the original notification curtain with a timeline and its own menu of the last opened programs look completely different, and in general, the traces of Material Design are almost invisible here. There is not too wide support for elementary gestures, and a special software control button that calls up a pop-up menu for quick access to some frequently used applications has not disappeared. The bottom row of virtual control buttons can be reassigned at your discretion, it is also possible to reduce the entire working area of ​​the screen entirely.

There are not so many additional pre-installed programs, useful ones include a file manager, as well as a set of system utilities, including the Dispatcher program, which includes the functions of energy saving, memory cleaning, protection against virus threats and traffic monitoring.

Performance

The Huawei P8 hardware platform is based on the HiSilicon Kirin 930 octa-core single-chip system (SoC), which, along with Kirin 935, is currently one of the most powerful 64-bit platforms used by Huawei in its serial products. The configuration of this solution includes two clusters of four Cortex-A53 processor cores with a frequency of 1.5 to 2.0 GHz and a Mali-T624 GPU. That is, Kirin 930 competes with top-tier SoCs such as Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 and MediaTek MT6795.

The RAM of the smartphone is 3 GB. The device has 16 GB of flash memory, of which 10.5 GB is available for the needs of the user. The amount of memory can be increased with microSD cards, but then, according to the established bad tradition, you will have to remove the second SIM card, which is extremely inconvenient. There are many solutions on the market that perfectly combine support for two SIM cards and a memory card at the same time, there is nothing supernatural in this. Why Huawei decided to stick with the option with reduced functionality is unclear.

According to the test results, the Kirin 930 platform proved to be quite worthy of the title of top-end SoC platform of the highest level. More specifically, in complex benchmarks, its performance is equivalent to that of competing Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 and MediaTek MT6795 platforms (in AnTuTu it is more than 45K in 32-bit and about 50K in 64-bit test modes).

As for specialized tests, both in graphics and even in browser benchmarks, the platform is noticeably inferior to its competitors, and of course, it is far from the currently leading Exynos 7420, used in the most powerful modern devices Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge.

In any case, Huawei P8 is currently among the most powerful and advanced modern smartphones in terms of performance, its hardware capabilities will be enough for any task for a long time to come.

Testing in the latest versions of AnTuTu and GeekBench 3 comprehensive benchmarks:

For convenience, we have summarized all the results obtained by us when testing a smartphone in the latest versions of popular benchmarks in tables. Several other devices from various segments are usually added to the table, also tested on similar latest versions of benchmarks (this is done only for a visual assessment of the obtained dry numbers). Unfortunately, within the framework of one comparison, it is impossible to present the results from different versions of benchmarks, so many worthy and relevant models remain “behind the scenes” due to the fact that they once passed the “obstacle course” on previous versions of test programs.

Testing the graphics subsystem in 3DMark gaming tests,GFXBenchmark, and Bonsai Benchmark:

When testing in 3DMark for the highest performing smartphones, it is now possible to run the application in Unlimited mode, where the rendering resolution is fixed at 720p and VSync is disabled (due to which the speed can rise above 60 fps).

	Huawei P8 (Hisilicon Kirin 930)	LG G4 (Qualcomm Snapdragon 808)	HTC One M9 (Qualcomm Snapdragon 810)	Samsung Galaxy S6 (Exynos 7420)	Meizu MX5 (Mediatek MT6795T)
3DMark Ice Storm Extreme (more is better)	6556	Maxed out!	Maxed out!	Maxed out!	Maxed out!
3DMark Ice Storm Unlimited (more is better)	11909	18372	20538	21204	16390
GFXBenchmark T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Onscreen)	18 fps	25 fps	37 fps	30 fps	27 fps
GFXBenchmark T-Rex HD (C24Z16 Offscreen)	13 fps	35 fps	36fps	46 fps	27 fps
Bonsai Benchmark	3333 (48 fps)	3340 (48 fps)	4092 (58fps)	4185 (60 fps)	3966 (57fps)

Browser cross-platform tests:

As for benchmarks for evaluating the speed of the javascript engine, you should always take into account the fact that the results in them depend significantly on the browser in which they are launched, so that the comparison can be truly correct only on the same OS and browsers, and this possibility is not always available when testing. In the case of Android OS, we always try to use Google Chrome.

thermal images

Below is a thermal image of the back surface (upper image is on the right) obtained after 10 minutes of running a battery test in GFXBenchmark:

It can be seen that the heating is a little more localized near the center and closer to the right edge of the device, which apparently corresponds to the location of the SoC chip. According to the heat chamber, the maximum heating was 35 degrees, which is relatively small. Apparently, the metal case of the apparatus contributes to the delocalization of the heating region.

Video playback

To test the "omnivorous" when playing video (including support for various codecs, containers and special features, such as subtitles), we used the most common formats, which make up the bulk of the content available on the Web. Note that for mobile devices it is important to have support for hardware video decoding at the chip level, since it is most often impossible to process modern versions using processor cores alone. Also, do not expect everything from a mobile device to decode everything, since the leadership in flexibility belongs to the PC, and no one is going to challenge it. All results are summarized in a single table.

According to the test results, the test subject was not equipped with all the necessary decoders that are necessary for the full playback of most of the most common multimedia files on the network. To successfully play them, you will have to resort to the help of a third-party player - for example, MX Player. True, it also needs to change the settings and manually install additional custom codecs, because now this player does not officially support the AC3 audio format.

Format	container, video, sound	MX Video Player	Regular video player
DVDRip	AVI, XviD 720×400 2200 Kbps, MP3+AC3	plays normally	plays normally
Web-DL SD	AVI, XviD 720×400 1400 Kbps, MP3+AC3	plays normally	plays normally
Web-DL HD	MKV, H.264 1280x720 3000Kbps, AC3		Video plays fine, no sound¹
BDRip 720p	MKV, H.264 1280x720 4000Kbps, AC3	Video plays fine, no sound¹	Video plays fine, no sound¹
BDRip 1080p	MKV, H.264 1920x1080 8000Kbps, AC3	Video plays fine, no sound¹	Video plays fine, no sound¹

¹ Audio in MX Video Player only played after installing an alternative custom audio codec; The regular player does not have such a setting.

Video output features tested Alexey Kudryavtsev.

We did not find the MHL interface, as well as Mobility DisplayPort in this smartphone, so we had to limit ourselves to testing the output of video files on the screen of the device itself. To do this, we used a set of test files with an arrow and a rectangle moving one division per frame (see “Methodology for testing video signal playback and display devices. Version 1 (for mobile devices)”). Screenshots with a shutter speed of 1 s helped to determine the nature of the output of frames of video files with various parameters: resolution (1280 by 720 (720p) and 1920 by 1080 (1080p) pixels) and frame rate (24, 25, 30, 50 and 60 fps) varied. In tests, we used the MX Player video player in Hardware mode. The test results are summarized in the table:

720/30p Great No 720/25p Great No 720/24p Great No

Note: If both columns Uniformity And Passes green ratings are set, this means that, most likely, when watching movies, artifacts caused by uneven interleaving and dropping frames will either not be visible at all, or their number and visibility will not affect viewing comfort. Red marks indicate possible problems with the playback of the respective files.

According to the criteria for displaying frames, the quality of playing video files on the screen of the smartphone itself is very good, since frames (or groups of frames) can (but are not required) to be displayed with more or less uniform alternation of intervals and without frame drops. When playing video files with a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels (1080p) on a smartphone screen, the image of the video file itself is displayed exactly along the border of the screen, one to one in pixels, that is, in its original resolution. The brightness range displayed on the screen corresponds to the standard range of 16-235 - in the shadows, only a couple of shades of gray do not differ in brightness from black, but all gradations of shades are displayed in the highlights.

Battery life

Huawei P8 has a non-removable battery that is far from the maximum capacity for modern smartphones of 2680 mAh. As a result, the smartphone did not show records for battery life, everything is within the normal range for flagships with a large display.

It is also worth noting that the testing was carried out without using any energy-saving features, and with them the smartphone is obviously able to last longer. As usual, in the settings of the proprietary energy-saving mode, Huawei smartphones have three different levels, from normal to the most economical.

	Battery capacity	Reading mode	Video mode	3D game mode
Huawei P8	2680 mAh	13:00	9 a.m.	3h 10m
LG G4	3000 mAh	17:00	9 a.m.	3 a.m.
Nexus 6	3220 mAh	18:00	10:30	3h 40m
HTC One M9	2840 mAh	11:00 a.m.	8h 20m	3h 50m
Samsung Galaxy S6	2550 mAh	20:00	12:00 p.m.	4 a.m.
Meizu MX5	3150 mAh	15:00	11:00 a.m.	4h 10m
LeTV One	3000 mAh	10:30	8h 20m	3h 50m
Lenovo Vibe X2	2300 mAh	13:00	6 a.m.	3h 15m
Meizu MX4	3100 mAh	12:00 p.m.	8h 40m	3h 45m

Continuous reading in the FBReader program (with a standard, light theme, without auto-scrolling) at the minimum comfortable brightness level (brightness at the beginning of the test was set to 100 cd / m²) lasted until the battery was completely discharged for 13 hours, and with continuous viewing of high-quality video (720p) with the same brightness level via a home Wi-Fi network, the device lasted 9 hours. In gaming mode, the smartphone functioned for a little over 3 hours. The total charging time is just under 3 hours.

Outcome

Huawei has already announced the imminent start of sales of Huawei P8 in Russia, the official price of a certified device will be almost 30 thousand rubles, the start of online sales is scheduled for July 24. An uncertified device can now be purchased in online stores at a price of 27 thousand rubles. Given the current market realities, this is quite an acceptable price for a fashion flagship smartphone with a metal case, a high-quality large screen, excellent sound, a powerful hardware platform, a good camera and decent battery life.

Information about the make, model, and alternative names of a particular device, if any.

Design

Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Used materials, suggested colors, certificates.

Width Width information refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	72.1 mm (millimeters) 7.21 cm (centimeters) 0.24 ft 2.84in
Height Height information refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use.	144.9 mm (millimeters) 14.49 cm (centimeters) 0.48 ft 5.7in
Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement.	6.4 mm (millimeters) 0.64 cm (centimeters) 0.02 ft 0.25in
Weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement.	144 g (grams) 0.32 lbs 5.11oz
Volume Approximate volume of the device, calculated from dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped.	66.86 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 4.06 in³ (cubic inches)
Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale.	Grey Black Golden Champagne
Housing materials The materials used to make the body of the device.	Aluminium alloy Plastic

SIM card

The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.

Mobile networks

A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.

GSM GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) is designed to replace the analogue mobile network (1G). For this reason, GSM is often referred to as a 2G mobile network. It is enhanced by the addition of GPRS (General Packet Radio Services) and later EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution) technologies.	GSM 850 MHz GSM 900 MHz GSM 1800 MHz GSM 1900 MHz
UMTS UMTS is short for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. It is based on the GSM standard and belongs to 3G mobile networks. Developed by 3GPP and its biggest advantage is to provide more speed and spectral efficiency with W-CDMA technology.	UMTS 850 MHz UMTS 900 MHz UMTS 1900 MHz UMTS 2100 MHz UMTS 800 MHz (GRA_L09) UMTS 1700/2100 MHz (GRA_L09)
LTE LTE (Long Term Evolution) is defined as fourth generation (4G) technology. It is developed by 3GPP based on GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA to increase the capacity and speed of wireless mobile networks. The subsequent development of technologies is called LTE Advanced.	LTE 1800 MHz LTE 2100 MHz LTE 2600 MHz LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40) LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39) (GRA_UL00) LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41) (GRA_UL00) LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38) (GRA_UL00) LTE 1900 MHz (GRA_L09) LTE 850 MHz (GRA_L09) LTE 900 MHz (GRA_L09) LTE 700 MHz (B12) (GRA_L09) LTE 700 MHz Class 17 (GRA_L09) LTE 800 MHz (GRA_L09)

Mobile technologies and data rates

Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out through technologies that provide different data transfer rates.

Operating system

The operating system is the system software that manages and coordinates the operation of the hardware components in the device.

SoC (System on a Chip)

System on a chip (SoC) includes all the most important hardware components of a mobile device in one chip.

SoC (System on a Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software necessary for their operation.	Huawei HiSilicon KIRIN 930
Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is made. The value in nanometers measures half the distance between the elements in the processor.	16 nm (nanometers)
Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is the interpretation and execution of instructions contained in software applications.	4x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A53e, 4x 1.5 GHz ARM Cortex-A53
Processor bit depth The bit depth (bits) of a processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses, and data buses. 64-bit processors have higher performance than 32-bit processors, which, in turn, are more productive than 16-bit processors.	64 bit
Instruction Set Architecture Instructions are commands by which the software sets/controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute.	ARMv8-A
Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing many instructions to be executed in parallel.	8
Processor clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in terms of cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	2000 MHz (megahertz)
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) The graphics processing unit (GPU) handles calculations for various 2D/3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is used most often by games, consumer interface, video applications, etc.	ARM Mali-T628 MP4 + i3
Number of GPU cores Like the CPU, the GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle the graphical calculations of different applications.	4
GPU clock speed Speed ​​is the clock speed of the GPU and is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz).	680 MHz (megahertz)
The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data stored in RAM is lost when the device is turned off or restarted.	3 GB (gigabytes)
Type of random access memory (RAM) Information about the type of random access memory (RAM) used by the device.	LPDDR3
Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels means higher data rates.	dual channel
RAM frequency The frequency of RAM determines its speed, more specifically, the speed of reading / writing data.	1600 MHz (megahertz)

Built-in memory

Each mobile device has a built-in (non-removable) memory with a fixed amount.

Memory cards

Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage capacity for storing data.

Screen

The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.

Type/technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends.	IPS
Diagonal For mobile devices, the screen size is expressed in terms of its diagonal length, measured in inches.	5.2in 132.08 mm (millimeters) 13.21 cm (centimeters)
Width Approximate Screen Width	2.55in 64.75 mm (millimeters) 6.48 cm (centimeters)
Height Approximate Screen Height	4.53in 115.12 mm (millimeters) 11.51 cm (centimeters)
Aspect Ratio The ratio of the dimensions of the long side of the screen to its short side	1.778:1 16:9
Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels vertically and horizontally on the screen. Higher resolution means sharper image detail.	1080 x 1920 pixels
Pixel Density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail.	424 ppi (pixels per inch) 166ppm (pixels per centimeter)
Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for the color components in a single pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors that the screen can display.	24 bit 16777216 flowers
Screen area Approximate percentage of screen space on the front of the device.	71.58% (percentage)
Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen.	capacitive Multitouch Scratch resistance
	Corning Gorilla Glass 3 OGS (One Glass Solution)

Sensors

Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical indicators into signals that are recognized by the mobile device.

rear camera

The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on its rear panel and can be combined with one or more additional cameras.

Sensor model	Sony IMX278 Exmor RS
Sensor size	4.71 x 3.49 mm (millimeters) 0.23in
Pixel size	1.133 µm (micrometers) 0.001133 mm (millimeters)
crop factor	7.37
ISO (light sensitivity) The ISO value/number indicates the sensitivity of the sensor to light. Digital camera sensors operate within a specific ISO range. The higher the ISO number, the higher the sensor's sensitivity to light.	100 - 1600
Svetlosila	f/2
Focal length	3.92 mm (millimeters) 28.91 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame)
Flash type The rear (rear) cameras of mobile devices mainly use LED flashes. They can be configured with one, two or more light sources and vary in shape.	Double LED
Image resolution	4160 x 3120 pixels 12.98 MP (megapixels)
Video Resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
	30 fps (frames per second)
Characteristics Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear (rear) camera.	autofocus Burst shooting digital zoom Digital Image Stabilization Optical Image Stabilization geo tags panoramic shooting HDR shooting Touch focus Face recognition Adjusting the white balance ISO setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene Selection Mode
	Sensor type - RGBW

Front-camera

Smartphones have one or more front cameras of various designs - a pop-up camera, a PTZ camera, a cutout or hole in the display, a camera under the display.

Sensor model Information about the manufacturer and model of the sensor used by the camera.	Sony IMX179 Exmor R
Sensor type Information about the type of camera sensor. Some of the most widely used sensor types in mobile device cameras are CMOS, BSI, ISOCELL, etc.	CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor)
Sensor size Information about the size of the photosensor used in the device. Typically, cameras with a larger sensor and lower pixel density offer better image quality despite lower resolution.	4.54 x 3.42 mm (millimeters) 0.22in
Pixel size Pixels are usually measured in microns. Larger pixels are able to capture more light and therefore provide better low-light performance and a wider dynamic range than smaller pixels. On the other hand, smaller pixels allow higher resolution while maintaining the same sensor size.	1.391 µm (micrometers) 0.001391 mm (millimeters)
crop factor The crop factor is the ratio between the size of a full-frame sensor (36 x 24mm, equivalent to a frame of standard 35mm film) and the size of the device's photosensor. The number shown is the ratio of the diagonals of the full frame sensor (43.3 mm) and the photo sensor of the specific device.	7.61
Svetlosila Luminosity (also known as f-stop, aperture, or f-number) is a measure of the size of a lens aperture that determines the amount of light that enters the sensor. The lower the f-number, the larger the aperture and the more light reaches the sensor. Usually, the number f is indicated, which corresponds to the maximum possible aperture of the aperture.	f/2.4
Focal length Focal length indicates the distance in millimeters from the sensor to the optical center of the lens. The equivalent focal length (35mm) is the focal length of a mobile device camera that is equal to the focal length of a 35mm full-frame sensor that would achieve the same angle of view. It is calculated by multiplying the actual focal length of the mobile device's camera by the crop factor of its sensor. The crop factor can be defined as the ratio between the 35mm diagonals of a full-frame sensor and a mobile device sensor.	26 mm (millimeters) *(35 mm / full frame)
Image resolution One of the main characteristics of cameras is resolution. It represents the number of horizontal and vertical pixels in an image. For convenience, smartphone manufacturers often list resolution in megapixels, giving an approximate number of pixels in millions.	3264 x 2448 pixels 7.99 MP (megapixels)
Video Resolution Information about the maximum video resolution that the camera can record.	1920 x 1080 pixels 2.07 MP (megapixels)
Video recording speed (frame rate) Information about the maximum recording rate (frames per second, fps) supported by the camera at maximum resolution. Some of the most basic video recording speeds are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps.	30 fps (frames per second)

Audio

Information about the type of speakers and audio technologies supported by the device.

Radio

The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.

Location determination

Information about navigation and location technologies supported by the device.

WiFi

Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless communication for short distance data transmission between different devices.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between different types of devices over short distances.

USB

USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to communicate.

Headphone jack

This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio jack. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.

Connecting devices

Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.

Browser

A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.

Browser Information about some of the key features and standards supported by the device's browser.

HTML HTML5 CSS 3

Audio file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support various audio file formats and codecs that store and encode/decode digital audio data, respectively.

Video file formats/codecs

Mobile devices support various video file formats and codecs, which store and encode/decode digital video data, respectively.

Battery

Mobile device batteries differ from each other in their capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge they need to function.

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

SAR levels refer to the amount of electromagnetic radiation absorbed by the human body while using a mobile device.

Head SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear in a conversation position. In Europe, the maximum allowable SAR value for mobile devices is limited to 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC in accordance with IEC standards following the 1998 ICNIRP guidelines.	0.473 W/kg (watt per kilogram)
Body SAR (EU) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The maximum allowed SAR value for mobile devices in Europe is 2 W/kg per 10 grams of human tissue. This standard has been established by CENELEC following the 1998 ICNIRP guidelines and IEC standards.	1.72 W/kg (watt per kilogram)
Head SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device near the ear. The maximum value used in the US is 1.6 W/kg per gram of human tissue. Mobile devices in the US are controlled by the CTIA and the FCC conducts tests and sets their SAR values.	1.407 W/kg (watt per kilogram)
Body SAR (US) The SAR level indicates the maximum amount of electromagnetic radiation that the human body is exposed to when holding a mobile device at hip level. The highest acceptable SAR value in the US is 1.6 W/kg per gram of human tissue. This value is set by the FCC, and the CTIA controls whether mobile devices comply with this standard.	1.233 W/kg (watt per kilogram)