Overall Score
47.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#2649)47.3
Performance(#1711)83.6
Camera(#5065)36.2
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#947)78.7
Connectivity(#2660)60.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
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
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, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.4, 120˚ (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front CameraMotorized pop-up 16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@60fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
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
ColorsMidnight Black, Phantom Purple
Foldable✗
SARN/A
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, EMUI 9.1, no Google Play Services
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass