Honor Pad 9 Pro
$450
Overview
Honor Pad 9 Pro is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2024 with a 12.1-inch IPS LCD, Dimensity 8100 chipset, 13 main camera, and 10050 mAh battery.
Priced at $450, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor Pad 9 Pro
The display of Honor Pad 9 Pro measures 12.1 inches with IPS LCD technology and 144Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1600x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor Pad 9 Pro features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Honor Pad 9 Pro has 10050mAh capacity with 35 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Pad 9 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 8100 chipset with Mali-G610 MC6 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 950 single-core and 3700 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 820000.
The memory of Honor Pad 9 Pro offers 12GB RAM with 256GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR5 technology. Storage is 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Honor Pad 9 Pro includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.2.
The build of Honor Pad 9 Pro weighs 589.0g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Dimensions measure 277 x 179.9 x 6.6 mm.
The software of Honor Pad 9 Pro runs Android 14, Magic OS 8.1 with Magic UI. Software support extends 3 years through 2029.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Pad 9 Pro
Honor Pad 9 Pro has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Honor Pad 9 Pro handles gaming well with its Dimensity 8100. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.
Honor Pad 9 Pro receives 3 years of updates through 2029. This provides solid software support for the device's lifespan.
Honor Pad 9 Pro has a 10050mAh battery. This provides all-day battery life with typical usage, often lasting into a second day with moderate use.
Honor Pad 9 Pro at $450 is a mid-range device offering 10050mAh battery. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor Pad 9 Pro supports 35 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor Pad 9 Pro is available in 256GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor Pad 9 Pro has a 12.1-inch IPS LCD with 144Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Honor Pad 9 Pro delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display, all-day battery endurance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
12.1"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Dimensity 8100
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | No cellular connectivity |
| 2G Bands | N/A |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | N/A |
| SIM | N/A |
| Dual SIM Mode | N/A |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2024 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, July 12 |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $235.28 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 277 x 179.9 x 6.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 589.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, aluminum frame, aluminum back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["Sky Blue", "Star Gray"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Vapor Chamber |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 12.1 |
| Resolution (px) | 1600x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 249 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85.2 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 144 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB, DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1440 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 14, Magic OS 8.1 |
| Update Policy | 3 years |
| Chipset | Dimensity 8100 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.85 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 6 TOPS |
| ISP Features | AI Scene Recognition |
| Modem | 5G |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 950 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3700 |
| AnTuTu Score | 820000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 256GB |
| Storage Type | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06 |
| Main Sensor Model | OmniVision OV13B10 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| 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 | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 1080p@240fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (8 speakers) |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Quad DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| 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 | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 10050 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 35 |
| Wired Standard | USB Power Delivery |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 35 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | Battery Health Management |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 14, Magic OS 8.1 |
| Update Window | 3 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Magic UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, Privacy Dashboard |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Tablet, Charger, USB-C Cable, Quick Start Guide |
| 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!