Overall Score
58.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#3355)58.7
Performance(#2970)62.5
Camera(#2107)45.4
Display(#3466)70.5
Battery(#4758)43.5
Build(#113)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor 9
Short Review
- The Honor 9 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 147.3 x 70.9 x 7.5 mm and weighing 155 grams.
- Its 5.15-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 428 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and refreshes at 60Hz.
- Performance is driven by the Kirin 960 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options of 4GB or 6GB RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming experiences.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 12 MP wide lens and a 20 MP monochrome sensor, capable of 4K video recording, while the 8 MP front camera serves well for selfies.
- The 3200 mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 7.0 with an upgrade path to Android 9.0, the software experience is enhanced by EMUI 9.1.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- The device does not support 5G but offers reliable performance for everyday use.
- Special features include a headphone jack and a variety of color options like Glacier Grey and Sapphire Blue.
- Overall, the Honor 9 combines solid build quality with commendable performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: STF-L09 (Europe, Global); STF-AL00, STF-AL10, STF-TL10 (China)Also known as Huawei Honor 9 Premium with 128GB/6GB RAM
Display
Size5.15"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetKirin 960 (16 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-G71 MP8
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), PDAF, 2x lossless zoom20 MP B/W, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.7"
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, 40% in 30 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions147.3 x 70.9 x 7.5 mm (5.80 x 2.79 x 0.30 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGlacier Grey, Sapphire Blue, Midnight Black, Gold, Blue Bird, Robin Egg Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes