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Honor 8X
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Honor 8X

Released: 2018, SeptemberPrice: About 220 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, September

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.0
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G51 MP4
NFCYes (JSN-L21 only)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Dual20 MP, f/1.8, 27 mm (wide), PDAF, 2 MP, (depth)
Size6.5 inches, 103.2 cm, 2, (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandHonor
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
ModelHonor 8X
PriceAbout 220 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA, LTE
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsBlack, Blue, Red, Pink
ModelsJSN-L22, JSN-L42, JSN-L11, JSN-L21, JSN-L21, JSN-L23, JSN-AL00, JSN-TL00, JSN-AL00a
SAR EU0.72 W/kg (head)
Single16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, September
Weight175 g (6.17 oz)
ChipsetKirin 710 (12 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: 1234:1 (nominal), 3.113 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 39, 40, 41
Charging10W wired
FeaturesHDR
Internal64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Released2018, September
Announced2018, September
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions160.4 x 76.6 x 7.8 mm (6.31 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~397 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 67dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 81dB
PerformanceAnTuTu: 137276 (v7), GeekBench: 5651 (v4.4), GFXBench: 6.7fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio qualityNoise -92.3dB / Crosstalk -80.7dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 96h

Honor 8X Overview

About Honor 8X Honor 8X is another flagship from Honor's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Honor 8X has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM with Kirin 710 (12 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Honor 8X can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Honor 8X?

The Honor 8X supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Honor 8X support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Honor devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Honor 8X void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Honor 8X will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Honor 8X run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Honor 8X.