As we shared the news a few days ago, Honor unveiled its new Honor 80 GT phone today, December 26. The gadget stands out for a few features and specs, and one of them is the implementation of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC.
The 80 GT is a top-of-the-line smartphone that boasts an impressive 6.67-inch OLED display with a 1080 x 2400 pixel resolution. But that’s not all – this phone also boasts a whopping 10-bit color depth, ensuring that every image and video is displayed in stunning, true-to-life detail. And if that wasn’t enough, the 80 GT also offers a wide color gamut of 100% DCI-P3, so you can enjoy a wider range of colors than ever before. Plus, with a peak brightness of 1,400 nits, you’ll be able to see everything clearly, even in bright sunlight. And to top it all off, the 80 GT has a speedy 120Hz refresh rate, making for smooth, seamless scrolling and gameplay. Simply put, the 80 GT is a powerhouse of a phone, packed with all the features you need to stay connected and entertained on the go.
Up to 16GB of RAM
The new Honor 80 GT has some insane amounts of RAM, and we all know how important that area is for pretty much any task you want nowadays. The phone comes in versions of 12GB and 16GB of RAM, while the storage space is set at 256 GB.
The camera setup on this device is top-notch, with the main shooter that utilizes a rare Sony IMX800 54MP sensor and an f/1.9 aperture for crystal clear, high-resolution photos. The ultrawide camera isn’t quite as impressive, but it still gets the job done with an 8MP sensor and an f/2.2 aperture. There’s also a 2MP macro camera for getting up close and personal with all those tiny details. And if you’re into selfies, the front camera is a 16MP shooter with an f/2.4 aperture, so you can snap self-portraits that are as clear and detailed as the ones you take with the main camera. Overall, this device has a camera setup that’s capable of capturing a wide range of shots, from wide-angle landscapes to detailed close-ups.
Prices
The prices for the new Honor 80 Pro were only announced in China. This device comes in two different sizes, depending on how much memory you need. The smaller version has 12GB of RAM and will set you back about CNY 3,299 ($475), while the larger version has a whopping 16GB of RAM and will cost you around CNY 3,599 ($520).
The Honor 80 GT is equipped with a 4,800 mAh battery that will keep you powered up and connected all day long. And when it’s time to recharge, this device has your back with its speedy 66W fast charging protocol. Whether you’re a power user or just need a little extra juice to get through the day, the Honor 80 GT has you covered.
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is a powerful and efficient mobile processor that is capable of delivering fast performance and smooth user experiences. It is built on a 7nm manufacturing process and features a number of high-performance cores that are optimized for demanding workloads, such as gaming and multitasking. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 also includes advanced artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, which allow it to handle tasks such as image and video recognition, language translation, and more. In terms of overall performance, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is considered to be a strong performer in its class and is capable of delivering fast and smooth performance for a wide range of tasks.
Honor 80 GT also comes equipped with Android 12 and Magic UI 7.0 out of the box. Surely many were expecting to see Android 13 instead, but you know what they say that you can’t have them all in life.