Honor 9
$252
Overview
Honor 9 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 6.55-inch AMOLED, Kirin 960 chipset, 20 main camera, and 3200 mAh battery.
Priced at $252, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor 9
The display of Honor 9 measures 6.55 inches with AMOLED technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1100 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 9 features 3 rear cameras: 20 main, 50MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Honor 9 has 3200mAh capacity with 65 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 37 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 9 is powered by the Kirin 960 chipset with Adreno 660 840MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1900 single-core and 6500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 721282.
The memory of Honor 9 offers 6GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR5 technology. Storage is UFS Storage 3.1. Storage can be expanded via microSD card.
The connectivity of Honor 9 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, and Bluetooth 4.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor 9 weighs 183g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 147.3 x 70.9 x 7.5 mm.
The software of Honor 9 runs Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 with Oxygen OS. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 9
Honor 9 has a 20 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 9 with Kirin 960 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 9 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 9 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Honor 9 has a 3200mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 9 at $252 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor 9 supports 65 wired charging with full charge in approximately 37 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.
Honor 9 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage can be expanded via microSD card for additional capacity.
Honor 9 has a 6.55-inch AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate and 1100 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The Honor 9 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.55"
Main Camera
20
Chipset
Kirin 960
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $280 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 147.3 x 70.9 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 183 |
| Build Materials | Back: Gorilla Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Glacier Grey", "Sapphire Blue", "Midnight Black", "Gold", "Blue Bird", "Robin Egg Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Vapor Chamber |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.55 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 402 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 86.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1100 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 2160 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 960 |
| CPU | 1x Cortex X1 2.84GHz + 3x Cortex A78 2.42GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 660 840MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | HiSilicon Balong |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1900 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 6500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 721282 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 3.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 20 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.4" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS IMX689 |
| Main Lens | f/1.79, 23mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Laser AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12µm |
| Ultrawide | 50MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX471 Exmor RS |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Voice 68dB / Noise 71dB / Ring 80dB |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C 3.1 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3200 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 65 |
| Wired Standard | SuperCharge |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 37 min |
| Wireless Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | 1000 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 11 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Oxygen OS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, PrivateSpace |
| Accessibility | Voice Control, Magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Earphones, Case, 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!
Honor 9 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Honor 9 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- + Wireless charging support
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - Camera performance is average