Honor has officially launched the Honor 600 Pro globally, and it’s the kind of flagship that makes a strong first impression the moment you pick it up. With a design that feels instantly familiar, a fast 120Hz AMOLED screen with extremely thin bezels, capable cameras, and a new batch of AI-powered tools, the Honor 600 Pro looks ready to compete with other top-tier Android phones in 2026.
After spending around six hours with the device ahead of launch, one thing stands out: this phone is aiming for a premium, “no-compromises” feel—especially in the hand and on the display—while still keeping its pricing competitive.
A premium build with a strikingly familiar look
The Honor 600 Pro has a design that closely resembles the iPhone 17 Pro style, though Honor adds its own touches. It features a matte metal frame made with a unibody cold-carving process, and in daily handling it genuinely feels like a high-end device. The curved edges and rounded corners make it comfortable to hold, and the front is defined by very thin bezels that help the screen feel more immersive.
It’s also slightly lighter than the previous model, coming in at around 195 grams compared to about 201 grams on last year’s Pro version. That weight reduction is linked to a battery capacity change this year, which may be a talking point for power users.
Around the back, you’ll find a triple-camera setup along with a flash and a color temperature sensor. At the bottom are a USB-C port and dual stereo speakers, rounding out what feels like a well-finished flagship chassis.
Bigger AMOLED display, smooth scrolling, and sunlight-crushing brightness
Honor has nudged the screen size up to 6.57 inches (from 6.55 inches previously), using a flat AMOLED panel with a 2727 x 1264 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. In real use, the display is one of the phone’s strongest features—scrolling feels consistently smooth, and media playback looks vibrant with punchy colors.
One of the most attention-grabbing specs here is the peak brightness rating of 8,000 nits. That translates into excellent outdoor visibility, with the screen staying impressively bright under sunlight.
Durability is also a major selling point. The Honor 600 Pro comes with IP68, IP69, and IP69K ingress protection, plus an SGS 5-star certification aimed at improving resistance to drops and scratches—useful for anyone who wants a flagship that’s not fragile.
Snapdragon flagship power and Android 16 out of the box
The Honor 600 Pro runs on Qualcomm’s 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset paired with either 12GB or 16GB of RAM (depending on the configuration). While the chip is the same one used previously, Honor says users can expect sizable boosts in CPU, GPU, and AI performance.
In quick testing with PUBG Mobile, performance was described as consistently smooth, with no noticeable stutters. Benchmark results shared for Geekbench 6 show 2912 points in single-core and 8507 in multi-core, placing it firmly in flagship territory.
Software-wise, the phone ships with Android 16-based OriginOS 10 and is expected to receive six years of major Android updates along with six years of security patches, which is increasingly important for buyers keeping phones longer.
AI features that go beyond basics, including Image to Video 2.0
Honor is leaning heavily into AI, and the Honor 600 Pro includes a full suite of tools such as an AI photo agent, AI eraser, AI cutout, AI face tune, and AI upscale.
One of the more eye-catching additions is AI Image to Video 2.0, which can turn up to three images into short 3–8 second video clips. For anyone who posts regularly on social platforms, this kind of feature can be an easy way to create animated content without editing skills.
200MP main camera leads a familiar but upgraded setup
The Honor 600 Pro uses a triple rear camera system led by a 200MP main camera with an f/1.9 lens and CIPA 6.5 image stabilization. Alongside it are a 50MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom and a 12MP ultrawide camera—both of which remain similar to the previous generation.
In early shots, the camera delivers punchy colors with good detail and a slightly cooler tone. Low-light performance also appears improved, with better detail retention and reduced noise during nighttime shooting. A deeper comparison will likely reveal more, but first impressions of photo quality are strong for a flagship in this price segment.
Battery and charging: smaller capacity, more flexibility
This year, Honor reduces battery capacity to 7,000mAh using a silicon-carbon (Si-C) battery, down from 8,000mAh on the previous Pro model. Even with the drop, 7,000mAh is still a large battery by flagship standards, though heavy users may notice the change compared to last year.
Charging support includes 80W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, and 27W wired reverse charging, adding flexibility for topping up accessories or another phone when needed.
Price, value, and one small annoyance
The Honor 600 Pro launches at RM 3,099 and presents an appealing flagship package: premium metal build, ultra-bright 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon performance, a high-resolution main camera, modern durability ratings, and a robust set of AI features.
The main drawback mentioned is the presence of preloaded unwanted apps, though they can be uninstalled. For buyers who care about a clean out-of-box experience, this is worth noting—but it may not be a dealbreaker given how easy it is to remove most of them.
Overall, the Honor 600 Pro looks like a serious contender for anyone shopping for a 2026 flagship smartphone, especially if display quality, premium feel, and AI tools are high on the wish list.
