Huawei Honor 9i
$156
Overview
Huawei Honor 9i is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.84-inch LCD IPS, Kirin 659 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $156, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Huawei Honor 9i
The display of Huawei Honor 9i measures 5.84 inches with LCD IPS technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080 x 2280 px resolution.
The camera system of Huawei Honor 9i features 2 rear cameras: 13 main, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Huawei Honor 9i has 3000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Huawei Honor 9i is powered by the Kirin 659 chipset with ARM Mali-T830 MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 75400.
The memory of Huawei Honor 9i offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC.
The connectivity of Huawei Honor 9i includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Huawei Honor 9i weighs 152g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 149.2 x 71.8 x 7.7 mm.
The software of Huawei Honor 9i runs Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4 with HyperOS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Honor 9i
Huawei Honor 9i has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Huawei Honor 9i with Kirin 659 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Huawei Honor 9i receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Huawei Honor 9i supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Huawei Honor 9i is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Huawei Honor 9i has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Huawei Honor 9i at $156 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Huawei Honor 9i supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Huawei Honor 9i is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Huawei Honor 9i has a 5.84-inch LCD IPS with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Huawei Honor 9i delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.84"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Kirin 659
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Bands | CDMA 800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual-standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $156 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 149.2 x 71.8 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 152 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | [] |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | [] |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD IPS |
| Size (inches) | 5.84 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080 x 2280 px |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 432 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 79 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 659 |
| CPU | Kirin 659 Octa-Core (4x Cortex A53 2.36 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.7 GHz) |
| GPU | ARM Mali-T830 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.1 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Kirin 659 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 75400 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX258 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 2MP |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264-hevc |
| Slow Motion | 720p-120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | software |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p-30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac-aptx |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich), Sense UI 4 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | HyperOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | Basic |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger-cable-earphones-manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Huawei Honor 9i Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Huawei Honor 9i covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks