Key Highlights
- Honor X9b India launch date officially announced
- The smartphone will feature a curved AMOLED display
- It comes equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC
Honor is set to introduce a new smartphone in India, the Honor X9b, scheduled for a debut in February. While the brand remains tight-lipped about specific details, leaks and an accidental Amazon listing provide insights into the anticipated device. Let’s have a look. Also Read | Best Phones With Fast Charging Under Rs. 15,000
Honor X9b: Launch Date and Teaser
The Honor X9b is slated to launch in India on February 15. The smartphone’s teaser suggests a notable focus on display quality, hinted by the phrase “RIP Tempered Glass.”
Amazon Listing Leak
The smartphone made an unintended appearance on Amazon, showcasing key details, design, and color options. However, the listing is no longer visible.
Key Specifications
| Specifications | Detailed |
| Display | 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, 1920Hz PWM dimming, 1200 nits peak brightness, SGS Glass protection |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, Adreno 710 GPU |
| Memory & Storage | 8GB and 12GB of RAM, 256GB onboard storage, and 8GB (virtual RAM) |
| Rear Camera | 108MP primary camera, 5MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, 2MP macro lens |
| Front Camera | 16MP |
| Battery & Charging | 5,800mAh battery, 35W fast charging support |
| Software | Android 13-based MagicOS 7.2 custom skin out-of-the-box |
| Color Options | Sunrise Orange, Midnight Black, Emerald Green, and Titanium Silver |
- Design: The Honor X9b showcases a curved display with a punch-hole camera, a circular rear camera arrangement with an LED flash, and a central metal casing—a design reminiscent of the Chinese debut model.
- Display: A 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1920Hz PWM dimming, 1200 nits peak brightness, and SGS Glass protection. It will feature the Honor Ultra Bounce Anti-Drop display.
- Processor: Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset paired with Adreno 710 GPU.
- Memory and Storage: Options for 8GB and 12GB of RAM, along with 256GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage and 8GB of virtual RAM support.
- Cameras: A 108MP primary camera, 5MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and 2MP macro lens on the rear, complemented by a 16MP selfie camera.
- Battery and Charging: Equipped with a 5,800mAh battery and 35W fast charging support.
- Software: Running on Android 13-based MagicOS 7.2 custom skin out-of-the-box.
Note: All specifications are subject to official confirmation during the device’s launch. The smartphone is further confirmed to come in ‘Sunrise Orange,’ along with black and green variants.
Honor X9b: Launch Date and Pricing
As announced by the brand, the Honor X9b is to launch in India on February 15, with an estimated price range between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 30,000. HTECH asserts that the introduction of this smartphone will mark the end of tempered glasses in the industry. The teaser reveals the brand’s plan to outfit the smartphone with India’s pioneering ultra-bouncing display, incorporating ‘Airbag’ technology.
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