Honor 6 Plus vs Huawei P8 Lite (2017): A Detailed Comparison

The Honor 6 Plus and Huawei P8 Lite (2017) represent different eras of smartphone technology. Both offered compelling value at their respective launch times, but how do they stack up against each other today? This review dives deep into their specs, performance, and features to help you decide which is the better choice.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Huawei P8 Lite (2017) generally edges out the Honor 6 Plus. While the Honor 6 Plus boasts a slightly more powerful CPU on paper, the P8 Lite's newer Kirin 655 chipset, improved manufacturing process (16nm vs 28nm), and generally better software support make it the more appealing option for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Honor 6 Plus	Huawei P8 Lite (2017)

Network
2G bands	GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - PE-UL00	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 41 - PE-UL00	1, 3, 7, 8, 20
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	1, 3, 7, 38, 39, 40, 41 - PE-TL10	-

Launch
Announced	2014, December. Released 2014, December	2017, January. Released 2017, January
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Build	-	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Dimensions	150.5 x 75.7 x 7.5 mm (5.93 x 2.98 x 0.30 in)	147.2 x 72.9 x 7.6 mm (5.80 x 2.87 x 0.30 in)
SIM	· Micro-SIM (PE-TL10)· Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	165 g (5.82 oz)	147 g (5.19 oz)

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	-
Resolution	1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)	1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Size	5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~73.2% screen-to-body ratio)	5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~69.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A15 & 4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A7)	Octa-core (4x2.1 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
Chipset	Kirin 925 (28 nm)	Kirin 655 (16 nm)
GPU	Mali-T628 MP4	Mali-T830MP2
OS	Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6 (Marshmallow), EMUI 3	Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo), EMUI 9

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	16GB (3G model); 16/32GB (LTE model), 3GB RAM	16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM

Main Camera
Features	Dual-LED flash, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	8 MP, f/2.0, AF Auxiliary lens	12 MP, AF
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	8 MP, f/2.4	8 MP, f/2.0
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE	4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
Infrared port	Yes	-
NFC	Yes (LTE model)	Yes (market dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)	GPS, GLONASS
Radio	FM radio	FM radio
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG	microUSB 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Battery
Type	Li-Po 3600 mAh, non-removable	Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable

Misc
Colors	Black, White / Gold (LTE model)	Black, White, Gold, Blue
Models	PE-TL10, PE-UL00, PE-TL20	PRA-TL10, PRA-TL20, PRA-LA1, PRA-LX1, PRA-LX2, TAG-L21, PRA-AL00X, TAG-L32, PRA-LX3, PRA-AL00
Price	About 320 EUR	About 170 EUR

Honor 6 Plus

Potentially higher peak CPU performance
Dual-lens camera for depth effects
Larger screen (5.5 inches)

Older chipset and architecture
Less efficient power consumption
Outdated software support
Lower image quality compared to P8 Lite

Huawei P8 Lite (2017)

More efficient Kirin 655 chipset
Better battery life
Improved camera performance
More modern software and updates

Slightly lower peak CPU performance than Honor 6 Plus
Smaller screen (5.46 inches)

Display Comparison

The Honor 6 Plus features a 5.5-inch Full HD display, while the Huawei P8 Lite (2017) has a similar 5.46-inch Full HD display. Both offer decent viewing experiences, but the P8 Lite's slightly newer panel might offer marginally better color accuracy and brightness. Neither phone has particularly impressive display technology by today's standards.

Camera Comparison

The Honor 6 Plus has a dual-lens rear camera setup (13MP + 13MP) offering some unique depth-of-field effects. The Huawei P8 Lite (2017) features a 12MP rear camera. While megapixels aren't everything, the P8 Lite's newer sensor and image processing algorithms typically produce better image quality, especially in low-light conditions. Both phones have decent front-facing cameras for selfies.

Performance

The Honor 6 Plus utilizes a Kirin 925 chipset with a dual-core Cortex-A15 and quad-core Cortex-A7 configuration. The Huawei P8 Lite (2017) employs a Kirin 655 chipset with four Cortex-A53 cores at 2.1 GHz and four at 1.7 GHz. While the Honor 6 Plus has a higher peak clock speed on some cores, the P8 Lite's more efficient 16nm process and unified core architecture generally result in smoother performance and better power efficiency. Expect the P8 Lite to handle multitasking and modern apps more effectively.

Battery Life

The Huawei P8 Lite (2017) generally has better battery life due to its more efficient Kirin 655 chipset and optimized software. The Honor 6 Plus has a 3100mAh battery, while the P8 Lite (2017) has a 3000mAh battery. Despite the smaller capacity, the P8 Lite's efficiency often translates to longer usage times.

Buying Guide

The Honor 6 Plus is a good option for budget-conscious users who prioritize raw CPU power and don't mind an older device. The Huawei P8 Lite (2017) is ideal for those seeking a more modern experience with better battery efficiency and a slightly improved camera, even if it means a small performance trade-off.