Highlights
- HONOR Play 20A’s 2-inch Smart Rear Screen shows notifications and snap high-quality selfies.
- It has a 6.9-inch 90Hz display for smooth scrolling and immersive viewing.
- HONOR Play 20A is available at PHP 8,099 in the Philippines.
HONOR Philippines has officially extended its budget portfolio of smartphones with the launch of the HONOR Play 20A. The smartphone has a unique dual-screen design and tries to give superior features at an affordable price. The phone will be available on Shopee during the 11.11 Mega Pamasko Sale with a discount pricing beginning at PHP 8,099 for early customers before it goes back to its usual recommended retail price of PHP 8,999.
HONOR Play 20A Specifications
HONOR Play 20A’s 2-inch smart rear screen shows notifications on the go
The HONOR Play 20A aims at budget-conscious buyers and content enthusiasts. It has a 6.9-inch 90Hz main display and a 2-inch smart rear screen. The device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G81 CPU and has a huge 6,000mAh battery for long-lasting everyday usage. With the combination of a secondary viewfinder display and an extended battery life, HONOR is looking to provide a varied user experience at an affordable cost.
| Specifications | Details |
| Main Display | 6.9-inch HD+ (1600 x 720) TFT LCD, 90Hz refresh rate |
| Rear Display | 2-inch mini notification and selfie display (296 x 240 pixels) |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 (12nm, Octa-core up to 2.0GHz) |
| RAM & Storage | 4GB RAM + 64GB / 128GB internal storage |
| Storage Expansion | microSD slot (dedicated slot, expandable up to 1TB) |
| Rear Camera | 13MP main camera with LED flash |
| Front Camera | 5MP selfie camera |
| Battery & Charging | 6,000mAh (typical) with 15W wired charging |
| OS | MagicOS (based on Android) |
| Biometrics | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock |
| Protection | IP52 dust and splash resistance |
| Connectivity | 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-C, 3.5mm jack |
HONOR Play 20A Features a Rear Display
HONOR Play 20A rear display
What really sets the HONOR Play 20A apart is the 2-inch secondary display on its rear panel. It is designed to provide quick access to notifications like displaying incoming calls, music controls and other status information without having to wake the main screen. Importantly, it’s also a viewfinder for the 13MP back camera, letting you snap rear-camera selfies quickly and with clarity.
HONOR Play 20A Design and Display
Honor Play 20A has a 6.9-inch 90Hz display
The HONOR Play 20A has ultra-slim bezels and rounded edges. It has a 6.9-inch HD+ primary screen for a big view to stream videos and scroll. The phone’s 90Hz refresh rate means you will see fluid animations when you scroll through apps. At 8.4mm, it’s tiny but yet has a comfortable ergonomic grip and a fingerprint scanner that’s side-mounted inside the frame itself.
HONOR Play 20A Camera Features
HONOR Play 20A comes in Midnight Black, Light Blue, and Starry Purple
The HONOR Play 20A is equipped with a sharp 13MP high-definition primary camera along with a unique, smart back display setup. With this 2-inch smart secondary screen, you can simply take high-quality selfies with the primary back lens in a single click while still having key interactive controls and call notifications right at your fingertips.
HONOR Play 20A Battery and Charging
The HONOR Play 20A comes with a big 6,000mAh battery designed to easily handle heavy daily usage without running out of power. The phone supports USB Type-C for charging and 15W wired charging.
HONOR Play 20A Price in the Philippines and Availability
The HONOR Play 20A makes its initial debut exclusively on Shopee with an introductory price of PHP 8,099. The standard suggested retail price sits at PHP 8,999. Buyers during the 11.11 sale can apply platform vouchers and zero-interest installment options via SPayLater or MariBank. The phone will be available at retail stores throughout the country starting November 28, 2026.
HONOR Play 20A Colour Options
The new HONOR Play 20A comes in three colour options: Midnight Black, Light Blue, and Starry Purple.
