Honor 7x vs. Xiaomi Mi A1: A battle of the top budget friendly devices!
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- čas přidán 22. 12. 2017
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When ever i see a battle title. I imagine the devices turning into fighting robots and beat the living crap out of each other and the one living at the end wins
Lol... Maybe I need to do that in these videos... Lol. Might make for a lot more views!
"neither of these phones feature waterproofing...so that's kind of a wash there..." clever.
Spoiled
Take the cell bands from the Honor and put them in the A1 = boss.
Take the usb-c, quick charge and 5ghz wifi from the A1 and put them on the Honor = another boss.
I do like that screen on the Honor, and both are the all round style I like, but both are lacking in key areas. Great video!
+BilderB true, I really wish the Honor 7x had type-c and 5 GHz WiFi.
Seriously, no 5ghz?? Even my 3yrs Honor 6 have it
PawpawOintment do you still use it???how is it performance?
Thanks for the review. Glad you mentioned the LTE bands - you can buy many Chinese-branded phones in the US, but may not get the data coverage or speeds that we expect.
The US/Can version as in Bestbuy have the all important LTE band 4 which is lacking in the Indian version. I went for Huawei mainly for the bigger screen. 0.5" more in size to me is important
Nice detailed review. Love it bro! 👍😁
Didn't compared the call quality /cellular reception (barring band coverage)
Screen quality,
Outdoor legibility in direct sunlight etc you did not cover
Otherwise ur coverage was... Very good quality.
Keep it up bro
great review! Ive been doing alot of research on what phone to get but the Mi A1 has some radiation problem so I might go with the honor 7x
Excellent job, as usual, Donavon.
Hey thanks George. Do you have both devices? I know you have the A1, but wasn't sure if you had picked up the 7x as well.
Donavon Hornbeck No. At least not yet. We'll see what 2018 brings. I pray that you and the family have a wonderful, merry and blessed Christmas.
Great video Don
I want an Android one 7x with usb c. Then I would buy without hesitation
That sounds like a great device to me.
Good review.
In my country (Greece) as of now, Mi A1 is at 160€, and Honor 7x is at 253€. So you see, I can't even compare these two devices.
I just got, though, before some days the Mi A1 and I'm super happy for now, with my choice. The only bummer is the absence of FM radio.
Aside from that, I think for the 160€ I gave, is a killer smartphone. With a superfast response, not even a suspicion of lagging (with 10+ apps running) and I got the limited edition red color (in the sunlight it's not precisely red, it's a tone of red-purple or so. Somewhat fuchsia) which is simply beautiful. I can't recommend this device more. Stock Android, fresh Oreo install out of the box, full HD screen 401 ppi, I haven't played with the camera yet that much to have a proper opinion but, for 160€ it's a steal!
Probably by middle of next year, we will see more budget and midrange phones with LTE Band 71, but if Mi A1 had LTE 2/4/12, it would be hard not to buy it. That phone is nice and will get Android P.
+nymetsfan2006 the Mi A1 does have band 2/4, but not 12. For me that's all I need at home and work, but when I go in more rural areas, band 12 is nice to have.
Jouz, hello there, as far as i know 4G and LTE are the same thing. Maybe I'm wrong 😁😁.
El Ra its the same yes
I have watched your video for first time . Your video is very nice. I have subscribed to your channel because you have promoted a indian channel. Nice bro.
Love my A1. I've had it, since June. The aluminum body is A1in my books. My phone actually got run over by a car. The screen was perfectly intact, and the only damage were 5 dents, on the back panel, because I didn't upgrade the stock case, that came with the phone. If it were a plastic, or glass backed phone, it would have been toast. 2 thumbs up.
Which do you think is better for VR ? thanks .
Hi bro, which one would you recommend for me personally
When will the honor 8x come out in the uk?
So if I live in the United States (Cricket Cellular) you'd recommend the 7x based on connectivity and 4g availability? Also have you dropped either phone?
I've not dropped either, but if you live in the U.S. I would definitely go with the Honor 7x.
Great video, will you test the new xiaomi redmi 5 plus.
+Gallant Steeds I'm going to definitely try to get my hands on one.
I love your videos✌️😎👍
+Tony Pazo lol, you're funny.
Lol
any recommendations on Chinese phones in this price range with bands 2, 4 and 12 ? looking for something that's good for att and tmobile. not completely sold on huawei phones. i want to stick to snapdragon. it's too bad xiaomi lacks the major bands for att and tmobile.
The problem is that most Chinese manufacturers are using Mediatek processors for their budget/midrange devices. Xiaomi is the major exception to that, and as you mentioned, they only have a couple of phones with Band 12 and 17. The ZTE Blade V8 Pro is pretty inexpensive (around $150 now), but I believe it still has Android Marshmallow.
If you are open to Mediatek processors, the Ulefone T1 is a solid device: www.gearbest.com/cell-phones/pp_683595.html?wid=95&lkid=13605125.
Perhaps could you do a comparison between the mi a1 vs Huawei mate 10 lite (Huawei nova 2i) since both are within the same price range for a budget phone.
I got to say that my favorite thing about the xiomi Mi one is the the Bible Gateway app 😀
Do both work with 4g LTE in the USA
For me the 7X is a better value as I like the 18:9 aspect ratio and the software.
+Waylander yeah, those are both very solid selling points for the 7x for sure.
but youre stuck with microusb
Amazing review :) I go with honor 7x
Hi what phone you recomended for 200$ fin have 18:9 ration si better
Hi buddy, do you know what display version on your Mi A1. Xiaomi uses multiple vendors for the display. Mine from Ebbg maker. My screen have yellow tint. Yours seem nice color. Let me know pls. Btw love your channels. Theres not many English speaking channels covering budget phones.
By the way incase u didn't know how to check, just dial *#*#6484#*#*
How's the GPS? Seems no-one ever covers that.
Hi, very nice phones and awesome review! Do you know how long is delivery of mi a1 to US? Thanks!
Igor kosh I order it from Gearbest to the UK and it took about 3 or 4 weeks, it's probably the same for the US.
thank you !
I was actually pleasantly surprised with the Mi A1 battery life. I get 1 hour screen on time per 10% battery drop. So in total I get close to 9-10 hours of screen on time. This is with WiFi and a single sim with mobile network always off. My redmi note 3 with 4000 mah battery gives about half that screen on time.
Pravin Patil my record was 10.5 with everything on (sync etc) and ambilight at 50% was quit surprised now iam at 6.5 hours without ambilight (which is bright as hell) and still at 22% battery. Really surprised about the great batterytime.
How is your Mi A1 going so far? Is it still good? Im planning on buying it do you recommend it?
the only thing that makes people buy 7x instead of mi a1 it's the bigger screen, it looks rly greats but the back of the mi a1 is much more beautiful, the design of the cameras on 7x looks awful.. i think i'll buy mi a1.
Bruno Cunha Those cameras looks like minion's eyes.
who the heck watches a video on the back of their phone?
Cool video.
+iTechUOutGuy not as cool as your videos. Where do you find all of those apps that you review?
Donavon Hornbeck to be honest. It's subscribers I have actually text me on Textnow and whatsapp and CZcams and mention those apps. lol. Shout outs to the subscribers. Lol 😁👍
Honor 7x shoping in Amazon 200$ is waterproof? Thanks
Hey Donavon how is the battery life on the 7x I just ordered it I'm coming from a blade zmax with fantastic battery life
+mario baylor it's pretty good. I've been getting through a full day with about 20 to 30% battery left over. In general I'm getting around 5-6 hours of screen on time. One day it was only 4.5, but all the rest were 5 hours or better.
It's not a battery king, but the battery life is still pretty decent.
Donavon Hornbeck thanks
Problem with these Chinese manufacturers, especially Xiaomi you want get good reception because they do not support many of our LTE bands. So if you want to be back on 3G go ahead with Xiaomi, but if you care to get good reception don't buy it you will be frustrated! Honor 7x is working awesome on T-mobile!
+Jannik Luethi that is really dependent on which Xiaomi phone you get. My reception on T-Mobile with the Mi A1is no different from what I get on the Honor 7x. With that said, you are right, many Xiaomi phoned will only get 3g in the U.S.
Donavon Hornbeck the Mi A1 doesn't support a bunch of T-Mobile bands that even low end phones support in the US. You might not experience it due to where you live and the locations you frequent. Rural areas, inside buildings, etc make a big difference and the Mi A1 just doesn't cut it. It's the #1 reason this phone isn't worthwhile in the US market.
Jannik Luethi lol. you just have to choose the international version of the A1 and you'll have lte compatibility.
I imported the Mi A1 to the UK and it has the same reception as my iPhone 5S.
Yes, with the Int. version you get some LTE bands but still not all of them. It may work in your area but don’t get frustrated when traveling:-) You will see 3G and Edge connection more than you like;-)
Has the lack of 5ghz been a noticeable issue for you? I want to get this phone but this is making me hesitant.
+Tom G I have dual band wifi at home, but everywhere else I go it's just 2.4ghz, so honestly I don't really miss 5ghz personally.
Can you save apps to SD card on either?
Almost every phone can do that right?
obb files of games
Does A1 work with Cricket?
Looks like the only thing the 7x has going for it is its design (and maybe the customization)
Would you say the MI A1 is still better that the Huawei Mate SE?
I went with the mate se, pretty much an honor 7 only complaint is no usb c. Even my old zte has usb c and quick charge.
Yeah, I would be interested to know why Honor/Huawei didn't include Type C. Seems like the cost would be the same either way, but maybe I'm wrong about that. Either way, the Mate SE is still a great phone, but some added features (dual band wi-fi, Type C, NFC) would have been appreciated.
Donavon Hornbeck couldnt agree more, i was originally wanting the mi a1, but being rural and on at&t, figured the mate se was the better way to go. But i am looking forward to the motorola g6 when it gets released.
What about Mi A1 vs Hauwei Mate 10 Lite?
MI A1 Is said to have been given the Oreo update, did you receive it yet?
+Art Dog I haven't, but the always roll out in waves. Hopefully soon.
I have received the oreo update on MI A1
Rather honor 7x since it supports more US bands especially tmobile 4g lte whereas xioami mi a1 doesn't so reliable reception-wise
Sir is mi a1 good at gaming anf performance...what do you think is better phone(besides mi a1)
Pls replyy
Yes, the A1 handles pretty much anything you throw at it very well. I've played a number of games on it, and they all performed very well on the A1. It's definitely a phone that I can recommend to anyone.
I really like my Honor 7x. While far from perfect, you can't beat what they offer all for under 200 US dollars.
Which one has the faster finger print scanner?
Tyler Durden 7x
I like the 7x but after buying the moto e4 plus I think the battery life has me spoiled. I can stream college football and NFL red zone while the wife and kid shop with no worries.
Xaomi redmi note 5 pro 3gb Ram & 32gb ROM or Honor 7x 3gb ram & 32gb ROM which one should I buy guys?
how can the software on the Mi A1 feel washed out? You do know it's stock android, with 0 bloatware, right?
Yes, I am fully aware. Maybe I’m misunderstood, I like stock Android.
Amazing comparison two budget phone.Mia1 is best budget phone. Hope I win this giveaway.
Donavon Hornbeck Can you get 4g LTE on T-Mobile for the mi a1?
Yes, but the coverage isn't quite as good as a regular T-Mobile phone. The A1 has Band 4 that T-Mobile uses pretty heavily in my area for LTE, but it doesn't have Band 12, which is the 700mhz Band that T-Mobile uses.
Donavon Hornbeck
Thank you for quick response! I have been reading about this problem, does the international version solve the band problem? Because I have been looking for a strong budget phone for college and I'm located in Texas.
Im Sosaintly no, unfortunately the international version is still missing Band 12. The Huawei Mate SE could be a good way to go. What is your budget?
Donavon Hornbeck
Thank you for the help. The budget I'm working with is $200-250. If you could could you give me a couple of recommendations I would greatly appreciate it!
Thanks for mentioning North American LTE support. So many youtube videos tout amazing phones that don't support the right frequencies to work seamlessly here.
I need your help please,I'm on t mobile,ow is the service?h+ or lte(4g)?
With the Honor 7x you should be on LTE all the time. The Mi A1 gets LTE everywhere is my area with T-Mobile, but it doesn't have Band 12, so the signal strength on LTE isn't quite as good. Where I live and work that's not a big deal though, because Band 4 LTE has a strong signal.
Donavon Hornbeck thanks a lot,👌
Nice video
+yuli hey, thanks.
honor 7x in Romania is called huawei p smart
Interesting. I wonder what the purpose is for all the different names?
How about Mate SE? Does it exist there? The Mate SE is a 4gb ram version of 7x for the US the p smart has a 13mp camera a down grade of the 16mp 7x camera
can u suggest for me...mi a1 or honor should I buy...
+tHoR SiCaRio I would personally recommend the A1 honestly. Both are great devices, but I like the battery life, performance, and the cameras on the Mi A1 a bit better. Definitely get the global version of the Mi A1 though.
Donavon Hornbeck thanks for reply my comment ...great review..u awesome
which is better, the honor 7x or umidigi s2?
I'd say the Honor 7x for sure.
What
About screen quality and charging time.
+Cristian Lagos the A1 definitely charges faster because it offers quick charging, but the 7x does not. As for screen quality, I would say that you have to give that to the 7x, mainly because of the larger screen, but both are IPS 1080p displays with similar brightness and viewing angles.
Which one is your pick? And Which one is overall winner?
+mohd mazhar overall between these two phones I give the win to the Mi A1. Mostly for the performance, battery life, and the regular software updates that it will receive.
7x hats off. I got the Red Variant(64GB/4G of RAM) that is only available(Exclusive) in China. The phone looks great and it can compete with other when it comes to built, performance, and appearance. Plus I dont know why people complain that this phone doesn't support fast charging I can charge my 7x less than an hour from 25% to Full..OS Users sees Red Variant 7x. *drops the iphone. bought 7x".
Nil Stryfe hey I'm planning on getting the blue 32 gb rom 3 gb ram is there anything you noticed that is a deal breaker?
I'm confused here. How is the mi a1 a battery beast with a 3080 amh?
Monica Santos Because it uses it's battery better which leads to it having longer battery life compared to the Honor 7X. This is mainly due to the Snapdragon 625 + Android 8 combo which is very power efficient while Honor 7X's Kirin processor isn't as great.
+bigger display
I would get the 7x but it doesn’t have type c
Please review for Nova3
Yeah, I will definitely try to get my hands on one.
So which is the best in your opinion
I definitely prefer the Mi A1 overall. The screen on the Honor 7x is great, but the Mi A1 is such a great deal IMO.
Huh this was filmed on my birthday
witch one is the best buy today need a 2nd phone
I'd say the Mi A1, but now you can get the Mi A2.
Moto X4?
If u want to listen to the radio dial *#*#64663#*#* to access it from the service menu.
Edit: it starts & ends with *
But does the Honor 7x have pure Android as per AndroidOne?
Definitely not...
I've looked up battery life on these2 phones and it shows that the Mi A1 has 8hrs life vs the honor 7x has 21 hrs
I can assure you that the A1 gets better battery life than the 7x.
Mi A1 for me. Stock Android. ❤️
Performance always determines the winner. Ergo, Mi A1.
I'll take the xaomi every time for the aspect ratio and the snapdragon.
Yeah, Im probably in the same boat as you. The 7x is a fantastic device, but I just think the MiA1 is the more complete device overall.
I tried the Honor 7x and it was acting sluggish, video playback from Amazon was the worst I had ever seen. I ended up returing it. Even the low $170 price wasnt enough to deal with the comprimised preformance. My Blu phone worked better and the battery performance slays the Honor with the Blu's 5000ma battery. I was hoping the 32g ram would be useful but all the bloat from crapware and the modded android were huge wastes of that space.
HAHA! 32gb of ram? That’s a lot of random access memory! Should have no lag with all that RAM
7X in Britain has 4 gig ram
That xioami can I use it with metro pcs?
+A Vaz I got great LTE coverage on T-Mobile with the Mi A1, but you have e to make sure that you purchase the "global version."
Donavon Hornbeck for real im gonna get it then thank you so much...for keep the good reviews
I have mine on MetroPCS, and I get 4G, but I'm unsure if it's LTE. It's fairly good speeds overall, I can get 720p videos on CZcams with no buffering, and a very few 1080p videos that do buffer. I would go for it if that's not an issue for you.
Rikorage great thats what I get with stylo 3 plus so that's fine....I still don't know if 7x or mi a1
A Vaz I just got the 7x today it's fantastic
Honor is good for providing updates???
Yeah, not too bad in general, but the Xioami is definitely getting faster updates.
Thank you sir for confirmation
Wht about the brand.... Which brand is best??
That's a personal preference thing, but I'd go with Honor in general.
Xiaomi worth 50 billion $
what about price..???
In the U.S. the Honor 7x is $200,which is also the same price for the Mi A1 in the U.S.
A1 is better phone, Honor 7 is work best in TMobile USA.
Yeah, I agree with both of these statements.
riemikes does the Honor 7x work with AT&T
YangShu yes
The Mi A1 seems to cost about 20 percent more than the Honor 7x.
Yeah, it's about $10 - $20 more where I live, but in my honest opinion the extra cost is worth it. The Mi A1 is just the more complete phone all-around IMO. Better battery life, better cameras, better performance.... This is my opinion based on my experience with both devices, but I think both are solid options.
The Mooto G5s Plus is on sale. How does it rank compared to the MiA1?
Thanks for the reply. I just learned that the mi A1 will only get 2g with my provider (Ting) in the US so unfortunately I'll have to look at something else.
Mi A1 over any Konfuzei's phone. Even better speced ones. Android One is huge advantage and 3.5 on MI A1 is excellent for the price, amp is better than many much more expensive phones, even flagships. Huawei's 3.5 is, without a doubt, the worst in the world!
Pure android is always win.
Does stock android have double tap to wake? If not then your always win scenario is falsified :)
Fred Flintstone you can enable it it with kernel
Double tap to wake 😂
according to gsmarena, both phones have the same weight.
+Doge really, that's interesting, because the Honor 7x definitely feels slightly heavier. I'll have to weigh them both and see what my scale says.
do it and let me know :)
I love this video just by seeing that Bible app on the smartphone 😊😊
Anyone know if the Honor phone pairs with a BMW?
Greg Ingram sounds like a joke. That's crazy
of course its a joke? what the fuck?
Greg Ingram lol I was pretending to believe rip
sure sure!
HUAWEI MATE SE = HONOR 7X PLUS MORE RAM AND ROM
Hahahaha build quality totally isnt a draw
+Exclamation Point• 9 months ago for some it is, but I'm mostly with you, since I use a case on all my phones anyways.
Htc u11 life beat both of them
ANYONE FROM CARIBBEAN HAS MI A1?
7x.
+KingSam 7x is a great device for sure. I'm loving it, I just think I prefer the Mi A1.
Why do you have bible on mi a1? lol
+Ivouvar XDW is the Bible app incompatible with the Mi A1? It seems to be working just fine on it to me.
I'm going honor for two reasons:
1)The Mi A1 is out of stock
almost everywhere
2)Project treble support
You can get the MiA1 here: goo.gl/5WLuNb
The Mi is ugly with the fat frame.
I prefer Mi A1 because Honor 7x 50% more expensive in here...
Yeah, that’s a no brainer then.
give aways sir
no nfc - useless