Honor Play4 vs. Motorola Moto G51 5G: A Detailed Comparison
| Phones Images | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
🏆 Quick Verdict
The Honor Play4 boasts a significantly faster chipset and quicker charging, making it the better performer. However, the Moto G51 5G shines with its exceptional battery life and impressive display brightness. Ultimately, the choice depends on your priorities: performance or endurance.
| PHONES | ||
|---|---|---|
| Phone Names | Honor Play4 | Motorola Moto G51 5G |
| Network | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Europe, Asia, Saudi Arabia |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 43 - Europe/Asia |
| 5G bands | 1, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Europe/Asia |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat18 1200/150 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - China | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, June 03. Released 2020, June 13 | 2021, November 03 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2021, December 16 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | - | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 170 x 78.5 x 8.9 mm (6.69 x 3.09 x 0.35 in) | 170.5 x 76.5 x 9.1 mm (6.71 x 3.01 x 0.36 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 213 g (7.51 oz) | 208 g (7.34 oz) |
| IP5X (dust), IPX4 (water) resistance | Water-repellent design | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~386 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~387 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.81 inches, 112.0 cm2 (~83.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.8 inches, 111.6 cm2 (~85.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD, 120Hz |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 800 (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM4350-AC Snapdragon 480+ 5G (8 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57MP4 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services | Android 11, upgradable to Android 12 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens | - |
| Triple | - | 50 MP, f/1.8 (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60/240fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single | 16 MP | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm - Global or 16 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1.12µm - China only |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD/Adaptive |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 22.5W wired, 70% in 30 min | 20W wired (India) 10W wired (Global) |
| Type | Li-Po 4300 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Blue, Light Blue | Indigo Blue, Bright Silver, Aqua Blue |
| Models | TNNH-AN00 | XT2171-2, XT2171-1 |
| Price | About 250 EUR | About 210 EUR |
| Tests | ||
|---|---|---|
| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 124h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: 1634:1 |
| Loudspeaker | - | -28.3 LUFS (Average) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 302859 (v9) GeekBench: 1696 (v5.1) GFXBench: 26fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Honor Play4
- Faster Processor (Dimensity 800)
- Faster Charging (22.5W)
- Potentially better low-light camera performance
- Less impressive display brightness
- Shorter battery life
- Design may be dated
Motorola Moto G51 5G
- Exceptional Battery Life (124h endurance)
- Bright and vibrant display (595 nits)
- 5G Connectivity
- Slower Processor (Snapdragon 480+ 5G)
- Slower Charging (10W/20W)
- Performance may struggle with demanding games
Display Comparison
The Moto G51 5G takes the display crown with a measured peak brightness of 595 nits and a 1634:1 contrast ratio, offering a more vibrant and visible experience, especially outdoors. The Honor Play4's display is decent but lacks the same level of brightness and contrast. Both offer similar resolutions, but the Moto G51 5G's superior brightness is a noticeable advantage.
Camera Comparison
Camera performance is generally comparable, with both phones offering decent image quality in good lighting conditions. However, the Honor Play4 likely has a slight edge in low-light photography due to the more powerful processor assisting with image processing. Specific camera specs (megapixels, aperture) are needed for a more definitive comparison, but the Honor's chipset gives it a potential advantage.
Performance
Here, the Honor Play4 pulls ahead. The Mediatek Dimensity 800 chipset is considerably more powerful than the Snapdragon 480+ 5G found in the Moto G51 5G. This translates to smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance. The Dimensity 800's 7nm process also contributes to better power efficiency despite the performance boost.
Battery Life
The Motorola Moto G51 5G is the clear winner in the battery department. Its endurance rating of 124 hours is exceptional, significantly outperforming the Honor Play4. While the Honor Play4 offers faster 22.5W charging, the Moto G51 5G's massive battery capacity means you'll spend less time plugged in.
Buying Guide
The Honor Play4 is ideal for users who prioritize smooth performance for gaming and everyday tasks. The Motorola Moto G51 5G is a great choice for those who need a phone that can last for days on a single charge and appreciate a vibrant display.