Honor’s New Play Series Launches with Massive 7,000mAh Batteries

Honor just expanded its Play lineup in China with the quiet release of the Play11 Plus and the Play10. If you’re tired of carrying a power bank everywhere, these two might catch your eye—they both pack staggering 7,000mAh batteries designed to keep you going for days on a single charge.

The Honor Play11 Plus: A Bright Spot in the Mid-Range

The star of the show is undoubtedly the Play11 Plus. It’s powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite chipset and features a 6.6-inch AMOLED display that is nothing short of impressive. With a 1.5K resolution and a peak brightness of 6,500 nits, visibility under direct sunlight shouldn’t be an issue. It also supports a 120Hz refresh rate for that buttery-smooth scrolling experience.

Beyond the display, the 7,000mAh battery supports 45W fast charging. Interestingly, this device is already looking ahead on the software side, running MagicOS 10 based on Android 16. It even features a dedicated one-click AI button to streamline your daily tasks.

Key Specs of the Play11 Plus:

• Camera: 50MP main rear sensor and an 8MP selfie camera.
• Durability: IP66 rating for dust and water resistance.
• Extras: In-display fingerprint scanner, NFC, Infrared blaster, and Bluetooth 6.0.

The Honor Play10: The Affordable Powerhouse

If you prefer a larger screen and a slightly lower price tag, the Honor Play10 is the alternative. It trades the AMOLED for a 6.8-inch LCD panel with Full-HD+ resolution, though it keeps the 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it runs on the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset.

While it shares the same massive 7,000mAh battery and 45W charging as its sibling, the Play10 runs on Android 15-based MagicOS 9. It’s a bit more traditional with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and an IP65 rating.

Key Specs of the Play10:

• Camera: 50MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facer.
• Connectivity: 5G support, Bluetooth 5.1, and the same handy one-tap AI key found on the Plus model.

Pricing and Availability

Currently, both phones are available through Honor’s official online store in China. Here is how the pricing breaks down:

• Honor Play11 Plus (8GB/256GB): CNY 2,199 (approx. $325). Available in Lanyue Silver and Sunrise Gold.
• Honor Play10 (8GB/128GB): CNY 1,399 (approx. $205).
• Honor Play10 (12GB/256GB): CNY 1,899 (approx. $280). Available in Desert Gold and Velvet Black.

With these releases, Honor is clearly doubling down on the “big battery” niche, offering a solution for users who prioritize longevity and display quality without breaking the bank.