Honor 500 Smart
₱13,440
Honor 500 Smart vs Honor Play 80
The Honor 500 Smart wins overall with superior memory (8GB vs 4/6/8GB), storage capacity (256GB vs 128GB), and camera quality (50MP wide lens vs 13MP main lens). The Honor Play 80 has a slightly longer battery life, but the Honor 500 Smart's specs make it a better value for money.
Winner for most people: Honor 500 Smart
- Honor 500 Smart — 4 wins
- Honor Play 80 — 1 wins
- 1 tie
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| Spec | Honor 500 Smart | Honor Play 80 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.75 inches, TFT LCD, 90Hz, 450 nits, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~260 ppi density), Aluminosilicate glass | 6.75 inches, TFT LCD, 90Hz, 450 nits, 720 x 1600 pixels, ~260 ppi |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) (Octa-core 2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) (Octa-core 2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| RAM | 8GB RAM | 4GB RAM, 6GB RAM, 8GB RAM |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) Auxiliary lens; 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) selfie | 13 MP (wide), f/2.2 main; 5 MP (wide), f/2.2 selfie |
| Battery | Li-Po 5260 mAh | Li-Po 5300 mAh |
| Operating System | Android 16, MagicOS 10 | Android 15, Magic OS 9 |
| Connectivity | — | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD; GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS; USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 7.9mm thickness | 186g, 7.9mm thickness |
| Weight | 186g | 186g |
| SIM | — | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Features | — | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Price | ₱13,440 | ₱14,995 |
Which should you buy?
The Honor 500 Smart is ideal for budget-conscious buyers or those who prioritize performance. The Honor Play 80 is suitable for power users and gamers seeking more RAM and a slightly longer battery life.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Honor 500 Smart worth it over the Honor Play 80?
No, the Honor 500 Smart is better value for money with superior memory, storage, and camera specs. The Honor Play 80 offers only a slightly longer battery life.
Which has the better camera?
The Honor 500 Smart wins with its 50MP wide lens and auxiliary lens, while the Honor Play 80 has a 13MP main lens and 5MP selfie lens.
Which has the longer battery life?
The Honor Play 80 has a slightly longer battery with Li-Po 5300 mAh compared to the Honor 500 Smart's Li-Po 5260 mAh.
Which is better value for money?
The Honor 500 Smart is a better value for money with superior specs in memory, storage, and camera quality. The Honor Play 80 offers only a slightly longer battery life at a higher price.