Honor 200 Pro Review

The Honor 200 trio, originally launched in China, is now making waves globally with the release of the Honor 200 and Honor 200 Pro, joining the previously announced Honor 200 Lite. Today, we dive into the Honor 200 Pro, a device that clearly deserves a worldwide audience.

Body and Design

The Honor 200 Pro boasts dimensions of 163.3 x 75.2 x 8.2mm and a weight of 199g, featuring a glass front and back with a plastic frame. It offers IP65 dust and water resistance, adding a layer of durability. The design continues the aesthetic from the Honor 100 Pro with a capsule-shaped camera module, branded as the ‘Realm of Art.’ The white variant we reviewed has a water-flow-like texture under the back cover, providing a sophisticated yet unique tactile feel.

The 200 Pro’s 6.78-inch Quad-edge-curved OLED display has minimal curvature at the top and bottom, enhancing visual appeal without compromising color accuracy at the edges. The phone is lightweight, thanks to its 5200mAh battery, which is larger than many of its competitors, like the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro.

Despite its elegance, the plastic outer frame feels somewhat inconsistent with the premium design. Available in Black, Silver, Green, and Pink, the Honor 200 Pro offers a variety of finishes to suit different tastes.

Display

The 6.78-inch OLED display of the Honor 200 Pro features a resolution of 1224 x 2700 pixels (437ppi), supporting 10-bit color depth, a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR, and an impressive peak brightness of 4,000 nits. While manual maximum brightness reaches 614 nits, automatic peak brightness can go up to 1,110 nits, which is below some flagships but still impressive for HDR content.

The screen is equipped with adaptive 3840Hz PWM dimming, providing excellent flicker control. Honor’s Eye Comfort Display technology, along with the HONOR Oasis Eye Protection, adjusts the screen’s color temperature based on the ambient light and usage scenarios, ensuring a comfortable viewing experience.

Performance

Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, the Honor 200 Pro performs admirably in everyday use and gaming. It features an octa-core CPU (1×3.0 GHz Cortex-X4, 4×2.8 GHz Cortex-A720, and 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A520) and an Adreno 735 GPU. Although not the highest in its class, the chipset ensures smooth performance across most applications and games.

Memory options range from 12GB RAM with 256GB or 512GB storage to 16GB RAM with 512GB or 1TB storage, providing ample space for apps and media.

Camera

The Honor 200 Pro’s camera system is a standout feature. It includes a 50 MP main sensor, a 50 MP telephoto lens with 2.5x optical zoom, and a 12 MP ultra-wide lens. The front camera also boasts a 50 MP sensor for high-quality selfies.

In terms of performance, the main camera uses the H9000 flagship sensor, delivering sharp and vibrant images. The telephoto camera, debuting the Sony IMX856 sensor, offers excellent zoom capabilities. The ultra-wide camera, though modest, includes autofocus for macro shots.

The camera setup is complemented by features like the AUTHENTIC color mode and collaborations with Studio Harcourt Paris for unique portrait modes, enhancing the overall photography experience.

Battery and Charging

The Honor 200 Pro is equipped with a 5200mAh Silicon-Carbon battery, offering substantial longevity. It supports 100W wired charging and 66W wireless charging. In our tests, the phone charged from 0 to 100% in about 48 minutes with the wired charger included in the box. The phone also supports High-Power PPS protocol, ensuring compatibility with various fast-charging accessories.

Software

Running on Android 14 with MagicOS 8, the Honor 200 Pro offers a seamless and customizable user experience. MagicOS 8 includes features like large folders, widgets, and the iOS-like Magic Capsule notification system. Honor promises four major OS updates and five years of security patches, ensuring long-term support.

Verdict

The Honor 200 Pro is a well-rounded smartphone that balances design, performance, and features. It stands out with its impressive camera system, excellent display, and fast charging capabilities. While the plastic frame might feel less premium, the overall build quality and design are commendable. As it enters the global market, the Honor 200 Pro is poised to be a strong contender in the mid-range segment, offering a blend of features that are hard to match at its price point.