HONOR has been building up to this launch for several weeks. After teasing the series and confirming a late April debut, the company chose Malaysia as the first market globally to receive the HONOR 600 and HONOR 600 Pro, foregoing an initial rollout in China. The launch event took place in Kuala Lumpur, where HONOR revealed the full specifications and key features for both models.
Both phones share a 6.55-inch 1.5K OLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate and reaches an impressive peak brightness of 8,000 nits. HONOR also claims these models feature some of the narrowest bezels available, measuring just 0.98mm, which contributes to an immersive, edge-to-edge viewing experience. On durability, both the HONOR 600 and 600 Pro carry a trio of IP ratings—IP68, IP69, and IP69K—bringing unusually robust protection against dust, water immersion, and even high-pressure, high-temperature steam exposure, a level of resistance more commonly associated with industrial equipment. Both phones are shipped with Android 16 and HONOR’s MagicOS 10 on top, providing the latest Android features and HONOR-specific UI enhancements out of the box.
What Sets the HONOR 600 Pro Apart
The standard HONOR 600 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 platform, delivering a balance of performance and efficiency suitable for everyday tasks, gaming, and multimedia. The HONOR 600 Pro upgrades to the Snapdragon 8 Elite, a flagship-class chipset that also appears in other high-end phones. Both models are available with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage, offering ample capacity for apps, photos, and media.
Camera hardware is a major differentiator between the two models. Both the HONOR 600 and the 600 Pro use a 200MP main sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS) and include a 12MP ultrawide lens plus a 50MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls. The Pro model adds a dedicated 50MP periscope telephoto lens that supports approximately 3.5x optical zoom, enabling clearer long-distance shots and improved detail when zooming. The standard HONOR 600 does not include the periscope module, so its telephoto capabilities are more limited in comparison.
HONOR is also emphasizing upgraded computational photography and generative features across the series. Both phones support AI Image to Video 2.0, which allows users to blend up to three still images to generate short video clips — an example of HONOR’s push to incorporate more creative and AI-driven media tools into its camera suite. These features aim to simplify content creation and offer new ways to produce dynamic media directly on the device.
Battery life is another highlight: both phones are equipped with a large 7,000mAh battery, which should deliver extended usage between charges for most users. Wired charging is supported at up to 80W on both models, enabling relatively fast top-ups. The Pro gains additional charging conveniences with 50W wireless charging and 27W reverse wired charging, allowing it to function as a power bank for accessories or other devices in a pinch.
Design, Durability, and Software
The HONOR 600 series combines a refined exterior with advanced durability credentials, aiming to appeal to users who want premium materials and worry-free daily resilience. The minimal bezel design and high-brightness OLED panel make the displays suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, while the IP68/IP69/IP69K ratings reduce concerns about accidental exposure to water, dust, or steam. Running Android 16 with MagicOS 10, the phones benefit from up-to-date security patches, feature updates, and HONOR’s customizations designed to improve usability and personalization.
Availability and Final Notes
HONOR’s initial launch prioritized Malaysia as the first market, and a broader rollout in Europe is expected to follow on April 23. Global availability beyond those markets has not been fully detailed yet, so interested buyers should watch for local announcements regarding pricing, regional variants, and carrier support. With its combination of high-resolution cameras, large battery capacity, and robust durability, the HONOR 600 series aims to compete across mid- and high-end segments by offering a feature set that spans strong everyday performance, creative camera tools, and practical battery features.