Honor 9X
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Benchmarks3
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Key Specs
Performance
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HiSilicon Kirin 710F -
Octa core (2.2 GHz, Quad Core + 1.7 GHz, Quad core) -
4 GB / 6 GB RAM
Display
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6.59 inches (16.74 cm); IPS LCD -
1080x2340 px (FHD+) -
Bezel-less
Rear Camera
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Triple Camera Setup - 48 MP Primary Camera
- 8 MP Ultra-Wide Angle Camera
- 2 MP Depth Camera
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LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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16 MP -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Battery
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4000 mAh -
USB Type-C port
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) -
5G Not Supported -
128 GB Storage, Expandable upto 512 GB
Honor 9X Prices in India
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Honor 9X Expert Review Summary
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by
Sanket Vijayasarathy
, 29 Jan 2020
Senior Associate Editor with 10+ years in tech, reviewed 500+ gadgets.
Verdict
The Honor 9X`s pop-up camera, notchless display and shimmering design are all attractive features on a sub-Rs 15,000 smartphone. The only problem is that we have seen plenty of other phones offer similar features and so much more last year. The Honor 9X looks and feels like a 2019 smartphone, and that`s a problem in 2020. Design and displayStarting off with the design, the Honor 9X is a fairly large phone to hold. It won`t be easy navigating the screen and reaching the top and edges of the disp
Pros
- Full-screen display
- All-day battery life
Cons
- Dated processor
- Android 9 software
- Average cameras
Design and display
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Starting off with the design, the Honor 9X is a fairly large phone to hold. It won't be easy navigating the screen and reaching the top and edges of the display with one hand. The device is also pretty heavy at 196 grams despite its plastic construction. The 3D curved rear panel does make it easier to hold. The back comes in two finishes - Midnight Black and Sapphire Blue. I've checked out both the colour options and can safely say they're both fingerprint magnets, especially the black model. The Sapphire Blue option offers a unique finish with an X-shaped pattern that shimmers under light.
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Cameras
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The Honor 9X gets a triple camera setup on the back, which includes a 48MP Sony IMX582 primary camera, an 8MP ultra wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth sensor. The pop-up mechanism houses a 16MP selfie camera. The cameras on the Honor 9X are decent, but we've seen better camera phones in this price segment. You can take some crisp and colourful photos using the 48MP main camera in daylight. The sensor uses pixel binning to produce bright and sharp 12MP photos. There's an AI option that can quickly be enabled to detect a scene you're looking at so that the camera can boost saturation and make colours pop. The artificially enhanced colours can look a bit too much at times, especially when capturing flowers or scenery.
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Performance and software
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This is one area where a lot of potential Honor 9X buyers will likely be concerned about. The Honor 9X is powered by a mid-range Kirin 710F chipset. This is paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The processor is slightly dated as it was introduced back in mid-2018. Since then, we have seen more powerful smartphones launch under Rs 15,000 such as the Realme XT with Snapdragon 712 SoC and Redmi Note 8 Pro with Helio G90T SoC. Compared to these powerhouses, the Honor 9X does feel sluggish, especially while playing games.
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Battery
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Lastly, the Honor 9X houses a respectable 4,000mAh battery. You can expect a day-long battery life out of the box thanks to the power-efficient Kirin 710F chipset and an optimised EMUI software with effective battery-saving options. Even with intensive usage which involved watching videos on YouTube, playing a few sessions of PUBG and CoD, and social media browsing through the day, the Honor 9X managed to last a full day with ease. In the PCMark battery drain test, the Honor 9X managed to last roughly 12 hours.
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Verdict
The Honor 9X`s pop-up camera, notchless display and shimmering design are all attractive features on a sub-Rs 15,000 smartphone. The only problem is that we have seen plenty of other phones offer similar features and so much more last year. The Honor 9X looks and feels like a 2019 smartphone, and that`s a problem in 2020. Design and displayStarting off with the design, the Honor 9X is a fairly large phone to hold. It won`t be easy navigating the screen and reaching the top and edges of the disp
- Full-screen display
- All-day battery life
Pros
- Dated processor
- Android 9 software
- Average cameras
Cons
Starting off with the design, the Honor 9X is a fairly large phone to hold. It won't be easy navigating the screen and reaching the top and edges of the display with one hand. The device is also pretty heavy at 196 grams despite its plastic construction. The 3D curved rear panel does make it easier to hold. The back comes in two finishes - Midnight Black and Sapphire Blue. I've checked out both the colour options and can safely say they're both fingerprint magnets, especially the black model. The Sapphire Blue option offers a unique finish with an X-shaped pattern that shimmers under light.
Read MoreThe Honor 9X gets a triple camera setup on the back, which includes a 48MP Sony IMX582 primary camera, an 8MP ultra wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth sensor. The pop-up mechanism houses a 16MP selfie camera. The cameras on the Honor 9X are decent, but we've seen better camera phones in this price segment. You can take some crisp and colourful photos using the 48MP main camera in daylight. The sensor uses pixel binning to produce bright and sharp 12MP photos. There's an AI option that can quickly be enabled to detect a scene you're looking at so that the camera can boost saturation and make colours pop. The artificially enhanced colours can look a bit too much at times, especially when capturing flowers or scenery.
Read MoreThis is one area where a lot of potential Honor 9X buyers will likely be concerned about. The Honor 9X is powered by a mid-range Kirin 710F chipset. This is paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The processor is slightly dated as it was introduced back in mid-2018. Since then, we have seen more powerful smartphones launch under Rs 15,000 such as the Realme XT with Snapdragon 712 SoC and Redmi Note 8 Pro with Helio G90T SoC. Compared to these powerhouses, the Honor 9X does feel sluggish, especially while playing games.
Read MoreLastly, the Honor 9X houses a respectable 4,000mAh battery. You can expect a day-long battery life out of the box thanks to the power-efficient Kirin 710F chipset and an optimised EMUI software with effective battery-saving options. Even with intensive usage which involved watching videos on YouTube, playing a few sessions of PUBG and CoD, and social media browsing through the day, the Honor 9X managed to last a full day with ease. In the PCMark battery drain test, the Honor 9X managed to last roughly 12 hours.
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Honor 9X Specifications
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| Launch Date | January 19, 2020 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
| Custom UI | EMUI |
Performance
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| Chipset | HiSilicon Kirin 710F | |||
| Processor | Octa core (2.2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A73 + 1.7 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53) | |||
| Architecture | 64 bit | |||
| Fabrication | 12 nm | |||
| Graphics (GPU) | Mali-G51 MP4 | |||
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB | |||
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Gaming Test Results
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Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
GeekBench5 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 6.59 inches (16.74 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 px (FHD+) |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 |
| Pixel Density | 391 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 84.28 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes |
| Screen to Body Ratio (claimed by the brand) | 91 % |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
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Storage
Battery
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Design |
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| Height | 163.5 mm |
| Width | 77.2 mm |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 196.8 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Mineral Glass |
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Rear Camera
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| Autofocus | Yes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 8000 x 6000 Pixels | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | Full HD @30 fps |
Front Camera
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| Camera Type | Pop-Up | |||||||||||
| Video Recording | Full HD @30 fps |
Battery
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| Capacity | 4000 mAh | |||
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | |||
| TalkTime | Up to 24 Hours(3G) | |||
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Battery Test Results
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Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 512 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
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4G bands
Expand
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4G bands
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| SAR Value | Head: 0.78 W/kg |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Rear |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Honor 9X User Reviews
Honor 9X Key Highlights
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 710F |
| RAM & Storage | 4 GB RAM + 128 GB 6 GB RAM + 128 GB |
| Display | 6.59", 1080 x 2340 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh |
Honor 9X Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| Honor 9X (4 GB + 128 GB) | ₹15,999 |
| Honor 9X (6 GB + 128 GB) | ₹19,999 |
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