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Honor 20 phone review — specs and Genze score

Honor 20 Specifications

Honor

Released 2019, May 15

6 / 8 GB RAM · Kirin 980 (7 nm)

  • 174g, 7.9mm thickness
  • Android 9.0, up to Android 10, Magic UI 4.0
  • 128GB storage, no card slot

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Genze vs community

Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 7.3
Display 5.1
Performance 5.8
Camera 4.9
Body 6
Gaming 5.5
Software 4.4
Connectivity 2.5
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.5/10

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Quick specifications

6.26"

1080x2340 pixels

48MP

2160p

6/8GB RAM

Kirin 980

3750mAh

23W

Score breakdown

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5.5 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 7.3/10
Display 5.1/10
Camera 4.9/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 5.5/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 2.5/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.60 GHz BT 5.0 2019

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed HSPA, LTE
Announced 2019, May. Released 2019, June
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 154.3 x 74 x 7.9 mm (6.07 x 2.91 x 0.31 in)
Weight 174 g (6.14 oz)
Build Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 6.26 inches, 96.2 cm2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~412 ppi density)
OS Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, Magic UI 4.0
Chipset Kirin 980 (7 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A76 & 2x1.92 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU Mali-G76 MP10
Card slot No
Internal 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
??? UFS 2.1
Quad 48 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8??m, PDAF

16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1"

2 MP (macro)

Auxiliary lens
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS
Single 32 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8??m
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack No
??? 32-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 3750 mAh, non-removable
Charging 22.5W wired, 50% in 24 min
Colors Midnight Black, Sapphire Blue, Icelandic white, Phantom Blue
Models YAL-AL00, YAL-TL00
Price About 400 EUR
Performance Basemark X: 44871
Display Contrast ratio: 1170:1 (nominal)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 68dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 87dB
Audio quality Noise -96.3dB / Crosstalk -52.1dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 89h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Honor 20 worth buying in 2026?

Honor 20 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Honor 20 good for gaming?

Honor 20 scores 55/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Honor 20?

Honor 20 has a 3,750 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Honor 20 have?

Honor 20 features a 6.26-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Honor 20 have?

Honor 20 is available with 6 / 8 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Honor 20?

Genze rates Honor 20 5.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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