Overall Score
58.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#3300)58.9
Performance(#2096)64.8
Camera(#2319)44.9
Display(#3463)70.5
Battery(#4756)43.5
Build(#1926)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Honor 9X Pro
Short Review
- The Honor 9X Pro features a sleek design with glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 163.5 x 77.3 x 8.8 mm and weighing 202 grams.
- Its 6.59-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, providing a sharp viewing experience at around 391 ppi, although it lacks HDR support and is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Kirin 810 chipset, it delivers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera setup includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video with gyro-EIS, while the 16 MP front camera captures decent selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 10W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 9.0 with EMUI 9.1, it can be upgraded to Android 10, though it does not include Google Play Services.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and a USB Type-C port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in Midnight Black and Phantom Purple colors.
- Overall, the Honor 9X Pro combines a modern design with competent hardware and camera features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, August 09
Announced2019, July 23
DescriptionVersions: HLK-L41, HLK-L42 (International); HLK-AL10, HLK-TL10 (China)
Display
Size6.59"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~391 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetKirin 810 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.27 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x1.88 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G52 MP6
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera DetailsMotorized pop-up 16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@60fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions163.5 x 77.3 x 8.8 mm (6.44 x 3.04 x 0.35 in)
Weight202 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight Black, Phantom Purple
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE (International)5.0, A2DP, LE (China)
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, EMUI 9.1, no Google Play Services
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, EMUI 9.1, no Google Play Services
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes