Overall Score
33.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4469)33.3
Performance(#3803)64.4
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#4534)25.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4542)47.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Honor 9S
Short Review
- The Honor 9S features a compact design with dimensions of 146.5 x 70.9 x 8.4 mm and a weight of 144g, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Its 5.45-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels with a pixel density of approximately 295 ppi, providing decent clarity for everyday use.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 chipset, it has an octa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, delivering satisfactory performance for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP wide lens capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera caters to selfie needs.
- The battery capacity stands at 3020 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 10 with Magic UI 3.1, it lacks Google Play Services, which may limit app availability.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Black, Blue, and Red colors, offering some aesthetic choices.
- Additionally, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Honor 9S is a basic smartphone suitable for essential functions.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, April 29
Announced2020, April 29
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.45"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3020 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3020 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions146.5 x 70.9 x 8.4 mm (5.77 x 2.79 x 0.33 in)
Weight144 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, Red
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity