Honor 9S
$90
Overview
Honor 9S is a budget Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 5.45-inch IPS LCD, Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12 nm) chipset, 8 main camera, and 3020 mAh battery.
Priced at $90, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 9S
The display of Honor 9S measures 5.45 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1440 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 9S features 1 rear cameras: 8 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 9S has 3020mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 9S is powered by the Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12 nm) chipset with PowerVR GE8320 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 130 single-core and 500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 80000.
The memory of Honor 9S offers 2GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Honor 9S includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0.
The build of Honor 9S weighs 144.0g with Plastic frame and glossy-plastic back. Dimensions measure 146.5 x 70.9 x 8.4 mm.
The software of Honor 9S runs Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services with Magic UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 9S
Honor 9S has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 9S with Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 9S receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 9S 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 9S has a 3020mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 9S at $90 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 9S supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Honor 9S is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 9S has a 5.45-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 9S 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
5.45"
Main Camera
8
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12 nm)
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 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 | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $130 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 146.5 x 70.9 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 144.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | glossy-plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Blue", "Red"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | [] |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | [] |
| Thermal Solution | passive-cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.45 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1440 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:5 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 116 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 73.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 400 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12 nm) |
| CPU | 104 MHz |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6762r |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 130 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 80000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk-encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 8 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | samsung-s5k3l2 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | h264-hevc |
| Slow Motion | 720p-120fps |
| Video Stabilization | eis-720p |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p-30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2d-face-unlock |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac-lc |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 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) | 3020 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | 5v-1a |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | basic-charging-control |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Magic UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone-charger-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!