Honor’s latest smartphone might carry the “Plus” label, but make no mistake, the Honor X6b Plus is a budget device through and through. Still, it manages to offer a few notable features, including a 50MP main camera, a 90Hz screen, and SGS-certified drop protection.
Honor X6b Plus includes a 50MP camera, but skips 5G
At the heart of the X6b Plus is MediaTek’s Helio G85, a processor more at home in 2022 than 2025. It’s functional, but lacks 5G support, an unfortunate gap now that high-speed networks are standard, even in budget segments.
Paired with it is a 50MP main rear camera, offering solid resolution for casual photography. The front-facing camera is a modest 5MP, which may not impress selfie fans.
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A 90Hz display with trade-offs
The 6.56-inch screen features a 720 x 1612 TFT panel. It’s not the sharpest display on the market, but it does push a 90Hz refresh rate, giving it a smoother visual feel than other phones at this price.
Honor claims the screen is readable in direct sunlight, boasting a peak brightness of 780 nits. While that’s decent, it falls short of the 1000+ nits commonly found in modern AMOLED panels. Still, there’s an always-on display option for basic info like time and notifications.
Drop protection backed by SGS certification
Despite its slim 0.33-inch body and 6.77-ounce weight, the Honor X6b Plus offers some resilience. It features SGS-certified drop protection, which suggests it can survive typical pocket-level falls without major damage.
Here’s what else the phone offers:
- Battery: 5100mAh with 35W charging
- Storage: Varies by model, microSD likely supported
- Ports: USB-C and 3.5mm headphone jack
- Sensors: Fingerprint, gyroscope, compass, ambient light
- Accessories: Charger, USB-C cable, pre-applied screen protector, and case (in select variants)
Don’t expect a global launch
So far, the Honor X6b Plus appears limited to the Chinese market, and it’s unclear whether it’ll ship to Europe or elsewhere. Based on its specs and target demographic, it’s unlikely to reach Western shelves.
For budget users, a basic box with a few bonuses
This isn’t a phone that tries to punch above its weight. Instead, the Honor X6b Plus delivers reliable, no-frills hardware with just enough perks like a 90Hz screen and drop protection to feel modern without inflating the price.
It won’t win speed tests or camera shootouts, but it’s not trying to. It just wants to last a few falls and take a decent photo now and then.
