X9 5G
Snapdragon 695 mid-budget with 4800 mAh and 66W charging.
The Honor X9 5G is a mid-range Honor smartphone released Mar 2022, with a launch price of $329. It pairs the Snapdragon 695 with a 6.81" FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz display, a 48 MP + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro main camera and a 4800 mAh, 66W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 68/100 — Why pick the X9 5G? Standout strengths: 66w charging at sub-$350 unusual and 120hz lcd smoother than 60hz rivals. Main trade-off: lcd-only.
Why pick the X9 5G?
After the 2020 split from Huawei, Honor's X-series targets cost-conscious buyers who want Google Services back — the X9 5G ships with stock Android 11, GMS, 66W charging, and 5G at a price Huawei's sanctioned phones can't match.
Read the full review- 66W charging at sub-$350 unusual
- 120Hz LCD smoother than 60Hz rivals
- Has GMS unlike Huawei equivalents
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the X9 5G compares
| X9 5G | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Honor X9b | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 68 | 89 | 70 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 695 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Display | 6.81" FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.78" curved AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 48 MP + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 108 MP · f/1.75 |
| Battery | 4800 mAh, 66W | 5,000 mAh | 5,800 mAh |
| Launch price | $329 | $1,299 | $349 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the X9 5G released?
The X9 5G was released in Mar 2022.
How much does the X9 5G cost?
The X9 5G launched at $329 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the X9 5G screen size and type?
The X9 5G has a 6.81" FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz display.
What chipset does the X9 5G use?
The X9 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 695 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the X9 5G have?
The X9 5G ships with 6/8 GB LPDDR4X (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the X9 5G battery capacity?
The X9 5G has a 4800 mAh, 66W battery.
What is the X9 5G main camera?
The X9 5G has a 48 MP + 2 MP depth + 2 MP macro main camera.
Does the X9 5G have 5G?
The X9 5G supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
Does the X9 5G have a headphone jack?
The X9 5G has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the X9 5G weigh?
The X9 5G weighs 189 g.
What colours does the X9 5G come in?
The X9 5G is available in 3 colours: Titanium Silver, Midnight Black, Ocean Blue.
Is the X9 5G worth buying?
After the 2020 split from Huawei, Honor's X-series targets cost-conscious buyers who want Google Services back — the X9 5G ships with stock Android 11, GMS, 66W charging, and 5G at a price Huawei's sanctioned phones can't match. SpecEagle gives the X9 5G an editorial score of 68/100.
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