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600 Lite
Released March 5, 20268GB + 256GB / 5GKES 47,000
Display | 6.6" AMOLED (2600 x 1200 pixels, approximately 434 ppi), 120Hz refresh rate, 1.07 billion colors, 95% claimed screen-to-body ratio, 3,840Hz PWM dimming, hardware-level low-blue-light technology, aluminosilicate glass and up to 6,500 nits localized peak brightness |
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Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6nm), octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A78 cores at up to 2.4GHz and four Cortex-A55 efficiency cores at up to 2.0GHz, with Mali-G610 MC2 graphics |
Storage | 128GB or 256GB internal storage depending on region; locally verified model has 256GB and storage is non-expandable |
Brightness | Up to 6,500 nits localized peak brightness, approximately 2,000 nits high-brightness mode and 3,840Hz high-frequency PWM dimming |
Colors | Sprout Green, Desert Gold, Velvet Grey, Velvet Black |
Camera | 108MP Main Camera (f/1.75, PDAF and up to 10x digital zoom) | 5MP Ultrawide Camera (f/2.2) | 16MP Front Camera (f/2.45) |
Video | Rear and front 1080p video recording at 30fps, Moving Photo, portrait video, time-lapse, slow motion and AI-assisted photo-editing tools; no 4K recording |
Battery | 6,520mAh typical and 6,320mAh rated non-removable battery, designed to retain more than 80% capacity after six years under HONOR laboratory simulations |
Charging | 45W HONOR SuperCharge wired charging, approximately 6W wired reverse charging and Charging Separation thermal-management technology; no wireless charging |
Audio | Symmetrical stereo speakers with up to 300% high-volume mode, HONOR audio enhancements and USB Type-C digital audio; no 3.5mm headphone jack |
Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, dual Nano-SIM, optional eSIM depending on region, dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC depending on market, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou and USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG |
Durability | IP66 dust and water resistance against powerful water jets, precision-forged aluminum unibody, SGS five-star drop and crush-resistance certification and tested resistance against drops of up to 1.8 metres under laboratory conditions |
Biometrics | Optical under-display fingerprint reader and face recognition using the front camera |
Software | MagicOS 10 with AI Camera Button, AI Screen Suggestions, Circle to Search, AI Eraser, AI Creation, AI Memories, AI Subtitles, AI Upscale, AI Outpainting, Remove Reflections, Eyes Open, Blur Info, Moving Photo, AI Summary, AI Settings Agent, HONOR Share, HONOR Connect and Phone Clone |
In the Box | Honor 600 Lite, USB Type-C cable, SIM eject tool, protective case, pre-applied screen protector and documentation; charger and package contents may vary by seller or region |
Video Review
Summary
The Honor 600 Lite is a design-focused upper-midrange phone with a bright 120Hz AMOLED display, large 6,520mAh battery, premium aluminum body and 108MP main camera. It also provides IP66 protection, stereo speakers, a dedicated AI Camera Button and extensive MagicOS 10 AI features. Its weaknesses are the modest Dimensity 7100 Elite processor, lack of optical image stabilization, limited 1080p video and absence of wireless charging. At the verified KSh47,000 Kenyan price, it suits buyers prioritizing design, display quality and battery endurance over gaming and advanced camera versatility.
Key Advantages
- Large 6,520mAh battery provides excellent everyday endurance
- Bright and sharp 6.6-inch 1.5K AMOLED display
- Smooth 120Hz refresh rate and 3,840Hz PWM dimming
- Detailed 108MP main camera for daylight photography
- Premium aluminum unibody construction
- Very slim 7.34mm body despite the large battery
- Lightweight 180g design is comfortable to carry
- IP66 dust and water resistance
- SGS five-star drop and crush-resistance certification
- Dedicated AI Camera Button provides fast camera access and zoom controls
- Symmetrical stereo speakers support up to 300% high-volume mode
- Android 16 and MagicOS 10 provide current software and extensive AI tools
- Long software-support commitment in supported markets
Critical Limitations
- MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite is suitable for everyday use but not demanding flagship-level gaming
- Main camera does not include optical image stabilization
- Video recording is limited to 1080p at 30fps on both the rear and front cameras
- No dedicated telephoto camera or optical zoom
- The 5MP ultrawide camera has relatively low resolution
- No wireless charging support
- 45W charging is slower than the 80W charging offered by the standard Honor 600
- USB Type-C port is limited to USB 2.0 transfer speeds
- No microSD card slot or 3.5mm headphone jack
- The 6,500-nit brightness figure is a localized peak rather than normal full-screen brightness
- NFC, eSIM, charger inclusion and warranty coverage can vary by regional model
- There is no cheaper 4G-only version
Recommended For
- Users who prioritize long battery endurance
- Buyers looking for a slim and lightweight metal-framed phone
- Students and professionals who need reliable everyday 5G performance
- Users who consume substantial video and social-media content
- Buyers who prefer bright AMOLED displays with high refresh rates
- Casual photographers who want high-resolution daylight photographs
- Users interested in AI-assisted photo editing and productivity tools
- Buyers who value long-term Android software support
Not Recommended For
- Competitive gamers who require flagship-level performance
- Content creators who need 4K video recording
- Photographers who require optical image stabilization or a telephoto camera
- Users who want wireless charging
- Buyers who require expandable storage or a headphone jack
- Users who regularly transfer large files through USB
- Buyers specifically seeking an inexpensive 4G-only phone
- Users unwilling to verify the imported model's NFC, eSIM, charger and warranty details
