Specs

The Honor 200 Smart is a midrange smartphone that is going to be released on September 2024. This covers a 6.8-inch IPS LCD size with a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels and a 120Hz refreshing rate of the screen to enhance the videos and game graphics. There’s an Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 CPU and Adreno 613 GPU for a solid performance on general operations and small gaming.

Three important note features are the RAM and ROM – the device includes 4GB of RAM and 256GB ROM for its operating system and applications. The photography comprises a wide angle 50 MP main camera and a 2 MP depth sensor on the rear while the front has a 5 MP camera for selfies.

The Smartphone carries a strong 5200 mAh battery for efficiency with components of fast and wireless charging hence extended usage during the day. The device developers support the Android 14 platform and Magic OS 8 and equip it with diverse AI enhancements to enhance usability.

The Honor 200 Smart designers created a durable device that has obtained the Swiss SGS Premium Performance Certification for drop and crush resistance, and it provides water resistance under normal conditions. The device is available in colors like Forest Green and Midnight Black, with a launch price starting at approximately PKR 62,100 in Pakistan.

Pros

• Camera Performance: Cameras on the Honor 200 also speak for themselves – 50 MP of a main sensor balanced for good illumination, perfect for portraits, with that studio-like sheen.
• Display Quality: It carries a high refresh rate of 6.7inch AMOLED screen supporting 120Hz with a peak brightness of 4000nits for better visibility during sunny days.
• Battery Life: The device features a 5,200 mAh battery and supports charging up to 100W, allowing users to quickly recharge it and use it throughout the day at an average load.
• Performance: Equipped with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, the Honor 200 provides fluid operation in productivity and gaming along with manageable heating issues.

Cons

• Low-Light Photography: On the flip side, it does well in ambient lighting but cannot produce good quality low light with soft detail, low contrast, and lack of focus.
• Software Experience: That is why the MagicOS 8 has been recognized for its steep learning curve and has some bloatware to it.
• Lack of IP Rating: It is also important to note that the Honor 200 needed to be provided with an IP68 rating for water and dust protection like some of its counterparts which could be a con to some users.

Conclusion

In September 2024, the company will unveil the Honor 200 Smart as a mid-tier smartphone featuring a 6.8-inch IPS LCD screen, a 120Hz refresh rate, a 50MP main camera, a 5200mAh battery, fast and wireless charging, and it will run on Android 14 with Magic OS 8. This Smartphone has an efficient performance, which is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor power. Researchers have observed dissimilarities in low-light imaging, operation systems, and the absence of an IP68 dust/water resistance rating.

For myself, specifically the Honor 200 Smart successfully satisfies the performance, digital camera, and battery demands it offers, mainly it can be optimal for the mid-range mobile phone market. How crucial is the low light photography performance for you? Does the lack of an IP68 rating impact your purchasing decision?