Honor X60 Series Review: Good Looks, But Details Can Be a Turn-Off?

Honor X60 Series Review: Good Looks, But Details Can Be a Turn-Off?The Honor X60 series has quickly caught the attention of many users thanks to the success of the Honor X50 series and its new standard and Pro versions offering distinct positioning. To delve deeper into this new device, I visited offline markets for a hands-on experience

Honor X60 Series Review: Good Looks, But Details Can Be a Turn-Off?

The Honor X60 series has quickly caught the attention of many users thanks to the success of the Honor X50 series and its new standard and Pro versions offering distinct positioning. To delve deeper into this new device, I visited offline markets for a hands-on experience. Here's a breakdown of its pros and cons.

Design: Flagship Feel, Minor Detail Issues

The first impression of the Honor X60 series is its excellent design. Achieving a flagship feel at a mid-range price, some even jokingly compared it to the Mate series. While a jest, it highlights the effort put into the design.

The Honor X60 series abandons cheap plastic, resulting in a comfortable hand feel. Notably, certain versions of the Honor X60 Pro feature a leather back, offering a unique tactile experience.

The display is equally impressive. The Honor X60 Pro boasts a curved screen with a moderate curvature, employing an equal-depth micro-curved design. The Honor X60, on the other hand, opts for a flat display, with slightly thicker bezels than the X60 Pro. However, it remains appealing to users who prefer LCD screens.

Furthermore, the Honor X60 utilizes a 1080P single punch-hole display, while the Pro version upgrades to a 1.5K resolution dual punch-hole screen.

Performance: No Pressure for Daily Use, Gaming Falls Short

While many users believe current phone performance is excessive, performance remains a key concern. The Honor X60 series handles daily tasks without any issues. However, for gamers, the performance falls short, even the Pro version struggles to deliver an exceptional gaming experience.

Detailed Features: Lacking NFC and IR, Limiting Functionality

The Honor X60 series exhibits some shortcomings in detailed features. The Honor X60 sticks to a single speaker + no IR + no NFC + single-frequency GPS combination. Although the Pro version upgrades to dual speakers, it still lacks IR and NFC functionality, potentially a deal-breaker for some users.

With the widespread adoption of smart technology, NFC functionality is becoming increasingly important for daily use, such as accessing door locks or using public transportation. IR remote control offers additional convenience. I believe that if the Honor X60 series supported NFC and IR control, it would significantly lessen the pressure to match the sales success of the Honor X50 series.

Other Highlights: Large Battery Capacity and Drop Resistance

Two other noteworthy features of the Honor X60 series are its large battery capacity and drop resistance. Since the offline sample units were plugged in, a comprehensive battery life test couldn't be conducted. However, a brief experience suggests promising results. The officially proclaimed "Tai Chi Shock Absorption Architecture 2.0" claims exceptional drop resistance but couldn't be tested offline.

It's worth mentioning that the Honor X60 Pro incorporates satellite communication capabilities, a feature previously exclusive to flagship models. However, this function is only available on the top configuration, potentially deterring some users due to budget constraints.

Conclusion: Great Looks, Room for Improvement in Details

Overall, the Honor X60 series excels in design, display quality, and daily use experience, meeting basic user needs. However, its performance falls short, and it lacks some practical features. For those seeking detail-oriented experiences and high performance, the purchase may not be compelling.

I hope my review provides a better understanding of the Honor X60 series. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section.