Reviews: Huawei Honor 4X. Overview, features. The choice of smartphone

Choosing a new smartphone, most of users wants to minimize defects in the operation of the future system and still stay within a certain value. The market «smart» mobile phones are quite saturated, so tough competition makes you appreciate every little thing. And it is quite rare situation when the phone is available, not even close to having similar characteristics of competitors. An example of this is the Huawei Honor 4X, which review will help to form an opinion about its features and possibly establish themselves in the purchase decision. Immediately it should be noted that the developers of this unit used a non-standard way, in terms of smartphone manufacturers. Nothing new of course, they do not offer in this model, but interesting of its features combined, i.e. their combination. This is what we will discuss in the article.

General information about the smartphone

The Model entered the Russian market with some delay, which, however, did not prevent her to engage with a broad wave. Partly this was facilitated by the affordable price. But an experienced eye smartphone lovers could not help but notice a number of very attractive features – and capacious battery, and good camera, and positioning as “unbreakable”, which in itself seems original decision. The smartphone Huawei Honor 4X is not the premium position in the market. It can be considered as representative of the middle segment, but with a number of amendments. Of course, in a number of state apparatus can not be set. In General, Huawei offers an interesting design that has individual character, style and personalized at the same time not deprived of all beneficial qualities, which are accustomed to the average smartphone user.

Model Features

Actually, technical., size and functionality can make the first conclusions about the power of Huawei Honor 4X. Overview of device characteristics can be represented as follows:

• Design Type-a candy bar.
• Case Material-plastic.
• Unit Dimensions: 153 mm in height, 77 mm in width and 8.6 mm in thickness.
• Weight – 170 grams.
• OS – “Android” 4.4.
• Processor HiSilicon chip is represented by 8 cores.
• Supported network standards-GSM, EDGE, GPRS, and LTE CAT.
• Main memory for user data smartphone – 4 GB.
• Means of communication – bluetooth, microUSB (for PC synchronization and fill-charge) and Wi-Fi.
• The Amount of RAM varies from 1 to 2 GB.
• Display type capacitive, IPS 5.5 format'.
• Screen Resolution Honor 4X – 720x1280.
• Camera – on 5 and 13 megapixels, with built-in flash.
• Battery-Li-ion non-removable element type 3100 mAh battery.
• Navigation system – GPS.
• Additional tools – light sensors and proximity, flashlight, accelerometer, FM radio.

Each item separately – quite a common data models for middle managers, but even in the budget lines. But as noted by reviews, the Huawei Honor 4X captivating it is the combination of a set of diverse characteristics. It turns out that, on the one hand, the model sharpened utilitarian operation, on the other – there are many useful advanced options, including navigation and proximity sensor.

Body and design

A cursory examination no frills is not observed. The device looks modest, but practical. The base trim is cheap plastic. Including the expense, the manufacturer has made a modest cost. However, there are original emphases, among them - the linen texture of the back cover. As for the shades, officially announced Huawei Honor 4X Black, but you can find the white version, and even gold with a hint of the premium.

But in terms of the dimensions of the device in any way modest you will not name. Heavy body is made in a big way. However, problems in handling of apparatus will not arise, the only caveat is that one hand with rather big diagonal it will be inconvenient to use. The device is designed to use two micro-SIM and removable battery is provided. It is evident that the designers sought to make the model extremely unique and original, but using cheaper materials that still makes itself felt in the form of squeaks and backlash.

Display

This gadget is quite high-quality screen is represented by a matrix with a 5.5-inch diagonal. Physical dimensions are mm. 121x68 Despite the poor quality of the case and only the external framing, the creators have provided a mobile anti-reflective coating. However, its effectivenessdoubt. But the owner will appreciate the resolution of the display, which is equipped with “Highway”. The smartphone supports a format of 1280x720, meaning it is available quality HD. The aspect ratio of the display is 16:9. In order to improve the image quality, the experts applied the IPS matrix without air gap, at the same time, the density is 267 pixels per inch.

Battery

This is just one of the features of this smartphone, which distinguishes it from members of the segment. The machine is equipped with a non-removable lithium-ion battery. Its capacity is 3100 mAh, and while the manufacturer is silent about the possibilities Autonomous operation of the device, one can guess that it is impressive. However, practice shows that not everything is smooth. As evidenced by reviews, Huawei Honor 4X in a short period of time to lose a considerable share of the charge, even in standby without any load. In active use, the charge lasts up to 10 hours. It's not bad compared to most smartphones, but it is clear that the maximum capacity of the internal battery goes far beyond this boundary. Experts explain the reduction of productivity of the power source incorrect operation of Google services.

Memory capability

Huawei did not skimp on performance, so the model got a good RAM to 2 GB. Usually remain free of 1.3 GB, which shows good result health. It is important to note that there are several versions of the device, including 1 GB of RAM. Maybe someone will limited and this indicator, but the price difference amounts to only 1 thousand rubles, so the savings in this case is not recommended.

As for the built-in memory for materials, you can use microSD cards that are integrated in the Huawei Honor 4X: 8 GB complement the built-in capacity of 4GB which is enough for the average user. However, and here the data differ. For example, some owners say that the model interacts with cards, the maximum capacity of which is 64 GB.

Camera

As befits a modern smartphone, the device has two cameras, respectively, the main and front. The first module presents a promising 13 MP with aperture F2, and the second – a device 5 Megapixel with aperture of F2.4. This is a rare case where the whole inexpensive device provides high quality recording. At least a 13-megapixel module will not disappoint fans of the “Highway”: the device has calibrated white balance, good detail, fast focus and enhanced viewing angle. But best of all for fans of mobile photography – low noise. Regardless of external conditions, the device offers excellent clarity image.

As for the second camera to 5 MP, then from it we can not expect much. Usually this module is used for shooting video in the format FullHD. In terms of quality the videos are not bad, but outstanding results are observed. Anyway, thanks to the camera on the 13 Megapixel phone Huawei Honor 4X provides very good quality photos close to the results in premium models.

Positive reviews about the smartphone

As If anticipating the crisis, Huawei has released a cheap but functional camera. In fact, these two qualities are the main advantages that praise the model. To functionality and performance can be attributed to well-implemented screen, nominally hardy battery and camera. This is confirmed in the reviews: Huawei Honor 4X is convenient to use in the sun, read up on the tests, and to produce high-quality images. Unfortunately, opinions about non-removable battery apart. Still, it is officially stated capacity should provide a decent autonomy, which in turn altogether would deprive the staff of the competitors in its class. However, operational practice shows that at best the charge lasts for 2 days. However, for a modern and functional smartphone and this is a good indicator.

Negative feedback

If most of the positive reviews are addressed to the internal "stuffing", the functionality and performance of the device, the criticism of the model is mainly aimed at the quality of materials and Assembly. While the creaking panels, the crunch of plastic and a gap-only part of the problem, which mark reviews. Huawei Honor 4X also suffers from a weak responsiveness of the touch keys, errors in the functions of navigation systems, and incorrect operation of the battery. In fairness it should be noted that the original model is devoid of such flaws.

What to consider when choosing a model?

Experienced users recommend to first take into account characteristics. In various embodiments of the apparatusthey may be different. So, already stated different data about the possibilities of support of memory cards. This indicator should prepare a minimum capacity of 8 GB and a maximum count to 64 GB. Another important point relates to memory, as it may reach 1 GB, and to provide a capacity of 2 GB. Officially, the model is positioned with 2GB, which seems logical given the considerable performance of the device. Otherwise, the choice is aesthetic and practical. For example, it will be useful to provide cover for Huawei Honor 4X, color coordinated. By the way, it should be noted quite a wide color gamut of the device. Here and white and black shade for the conservatives and red for bright individuals, as well as a Golden color for those who want to make a hint of the premium nature of the device.

Conclusion

The Engine of mobile devices has always been premium models, which embodied the newest and most advanced developments and opportunities. Internet access, support demanding applications, cameras with lots of megapixels, processors – it is first received expensive smartphones, and then passed mastered the ability of representatives budget line. In part this is the original model Huawei Honor 4X price which is an average of 10-12 thousand rubles. The device is included in the medium category, largely similar entry-level phones, but it combines the benefits of the higher premium level. This is evidenced by the presence of the touch sensor, perfect camera of 13 MP with support for navigation systems and so on.

At the same time, the intention of the manufacturer, the device was supposed to embody and dignity of budget mobile phones. For example, a large battery and low price-these are the qualities that continue to bring users high-tech smartphones. Another thing is that not all the plan is being implemented. In any case, the battery was unable to meet the expectations of many users, a consolation which was the only acceptable value.