Honor Pad 2 The Honor Pad 2 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,800 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 8" · 209.3 x 123 x 8.1 mm (8.24 x 4.84 x 0.32 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 16GB | 32GB
Main Camera 8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Solid 4,800 mAh battery for all-day use
✓ 8" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗ 8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗ Heavy at 340g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking Photography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, October. Released 2016, October
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
283 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,800 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Po 4800 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
340g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
209.3 x 123 x 8.1 mm (8.24 x 4.84 x 0.32 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Honor Pad 2 support 5G?› No, the Honor Pad 2 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Honor Pad 2 have NFC?› No, the Honor Pad 2 does not have NFC.
Does the Honor Pad 2 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Honor Pad 2 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Honor Pad 2 support dual SIM?› The Honor Pad 2 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM.
Does the Honor Pad 2 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Honor Pad 2 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Honor Pad 2 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Honor Pad 2 ship with?› The Honor Pad 2 ships with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4.1.
What type of USB port does the Honor Pad 2 use?› The Honor Pad 2 uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
Does the Honor Pad 2 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Honor Pad 2 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Honor Pad 2 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Honor Pad 2 has 4.1, A2DP, LE.
