Does the Honor Play support Google Play services?

Yes, the Honor Play was released before Huawei's restrictions, so it has full Google support, including the Play Store, Gmail, and Maps.

Can I play PUBG or Genshin Impact on this phone?

PUBG runs well on medium settings thanks to GPU Turbo. Genshin Impact is playable on low settings, but frame rate drops may occur.

Can the storage be expanded?

Yes, the phone has a hybrid slot that supports microSD cards up to 256GB, but this means you cannot use a second SIM card simultaneously.

Does the phone have a headphone jack?

Yes, the Honor Play is equipped with a standard 3.5mm headphone jack.

How fast does the battery charge?

The phone supports 18W fast charging, which charges the battery from 0 to 100% in about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Is the Honor Play waterproof?

No, this model does not have an official IP rating for water and dust resistance. Contact with liquids should be avoided.

Huawei Honor Play

2018Support ended

4.2(8900) · Honor Official, GSMArena, iFixit

Release year2018

Display6.3 inches

ChipKirin 970

RAM4GB/6GB LPDDR4X

Camera16MP

Support ended

Kirin 970

2018Today2021

Current version

Android 10

Total support

3 years

Security patches

2021-12

Expert assessment: The device has reached the end of its software life, but still supports most applications thanks to Google Play services.

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New cost was 329 €

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Pros and Cons

Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.

Why choose

Durable metal body
GPU Turbo technology
Google Play support
Large and clear display
Headphone jack
Affordable price

What to consider

Outdated software
Average camera
No 5G support
Hybrid SIM slot
Slow charging

Specifications

Detailed Technical Info

Hardware and features in detail.

Screen size: 6.3 inches
Resolution: 1080 x 2340 pixels
Display type: IPS LCD
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Max brightness: 450 nits
Screen protection: Tempered glass

Display

Screen size: 6.3 inches
Resolution: 1080 x 2340 pixels
Display type: IPS LCD
Refresh rate: 60Hz
Max brightness: 450 nits
Screen protection: Tempered glass

Performance

Processor: Kirin 970 (10nm)
CPU cores: 8-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU: Mali-G72 MP12
RAM: 4GB/6GB LPDDR4X
AnTuTu score: 210000 (v8)

Camera

Main camera: 16 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Ultra-wide: Not available
Telephoto: Not available
Front camera: 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide)
Video: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

Battery

Capacity: 3750 mAh
Charging speed: 18W wired
Wireless charging: No
Battery life: Up to 12 hours of video playback

Connectivity

5G: No
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth: 4.2
NFC: Yes (region dependent)
USB: USB Type-C 2.0

Body & Dimensions

Dimensions: 157.9 x 74.3 x 7.5 mm
Weight: 176 grams
Materials: Aluminum back, aluminum frame, glass front and back
Water resistance: None

Condition Classes

All devices are fully tested and working.

Acceptable (C)

from 64,8 €

Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.

Model characteristics

Common issues that may occur with Huawei Honor Play.

Screen ghosting

Moderate

Wear and tear or low quality of the LCD panel in certain batches.

Repair ~60–85€

Rapid battery drain

Moderate

Natural chemical aging of the lithium-polymer battery.

Repair ~35–50€

Loose charging port

Minor

Dust accumulation or physical wear of the port.

Repair ~30–45€

System slowdown

Minor

Software accumulation and UFS storage filling up.

Greenfox check:Tested and clear

Repairs and Parts6/10 iFixit / Internal

Battery Replacement

Medium

35–50€Estimated cost

The back cover is glued, but after opening, the battery is accessible with standard tools.

Screen Replacement

Hard

60–85€Estimated cost

Screen replacement requires removing almost all components from the body.

Charging Port Repair

Medium

30–45€Estimated cost

The USB-C port is located on a separate daughterboard, simplifying replacement.

Spare parts are widely available due to the model's popularity.

Environmental Impact

Buying a used device saves valuable resources.

This is equivalent to: Charging a smartphone for 8 years straight Driving from Tallinn to Tartu and back

CO₂ Saved

45 kg CO2e

Water Saved

9500 liters

E-Waste Avoided

176 grams

Reused

95%

Recycled

Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)

Who Is This For?

This device is especially well-suited for these users.

First phone for a child

An ideal choice for a school child who needs a device for communication and light gaming.

Durable metal body
Affordable price in case of loss or damage
Supports all necessary educational apps

Elderly user

For a user who values a large screen and easy handling without excessive complexity.

Clear and large display
Secure grip thanks to the metal body
Presence of Google services

Backup phone for work

A durable device to keep in the car or toolbox for emergencies.

Long standby time
Reliable 4G connection
Inexpensive to replace

tele2 FullAll 4G frequencies supported

telia FullAll 4G frequencies supported

The device does not support 5G networks. VoWiFi support is limited and depends on the operator's software.

Comparisons With Other Models

How this model differs from the competition.

UpgradevsHonor 20

The Honor 20 offers a significantly better camera and a more powerful Kirin 980 chipset, but the Honor Play's metal body is more durable.

Feature	Honor Play	Honor 20
Processor	Kirin 970	Kirin 980
Camera	16MP Dual	48MP Quad
Body material	Aluminum	Glass

Cross-shopvsXiaomi Pocophone F1

The Pocophone F1 is faster thanks to the Snapdragon 845, but the Honor Play has a more elegant metal design and better build quality.

Feature	Honor Play	Pocophone F1
Performance	Kirin 970	Snapdragon 845
Build	Metal	Plastic
Screen notch	Large	Very large

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