Honor 9 Lite

Name: Honor 9 Lite
Brand: Honor

Honor · 2017 27.07.2026 · updated 28.07.2026

Honor 9 Lite (2017) is an entry-level phone from Honor. MobileRank rating: 15/100. Performance 2/100, camera 12/100, battery 15/100, display 32/100, portability 88/100.

HiSilicon Kirin 659

3000 mAh

13 MP

$200

Specifications

Processor	HiSilicon Kirin 659
Display	5.7" IPS LCD, 60Hz
RAM	3GB / 4GB
Storage	32GB / 64GB
Battery	3000 mAh · ≈5.7 hrs of active use*
Charging	—
OS	—
Dimensions	151.0 × 71.9 × 7.6 mm
Weight	149g
NFC	no
Launch price	$200

* battery life is an estimated figure based on capacity, display, and chipset — not a lab measurement.

Cameras

Main	13MP
Front	13MP

Benchmarks

AnTuTu —

Geekbench Single 215

Geekbench Multi 810

Performance

Overview and verdict

In 2017, Honor introduced the Honor 9 Lite — a "entry-level phone"-level smartphone with a MobileRank rating of 15/100. The HiSilicon Kirin 659 chipset delivers weak performance (2/100). The launch price is $200, with a value-for-money score of 0/100.

Pros

Lightweight body (149g)

Cons

Limited performance for demanding games
Modest camera capabilities
Small battery (3000 mAh)
High price ($200)
No telephoto camera

Best for: The Honor 9 Lite is a good fit for budget-conscious buyers.

Launch price and where to check today's

$200 Launch price

This is the launch price. We do not track current retail prices and make no claim about whether today's is higher or lower: check the stores below. Prices vary by store, region, and configuration.

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Frequently asked questions

What processor does the Honor 9 Lite have?

The Honor 9 Lite runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659 chipset.

What is the Honor 9 Lite's rating?

The Honor 9 Lite scores 15 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating. Categories: performance 2/100, camera 12/100, battery 15/100, display 32/100, portability 88/100.

How much does the Honor 9 Lite cost?

At launch the Honor 9 Lite cost $200. We do not track current retail prices. Value for money at launch: 0/100.

What battery does the Honor 9 Lite have?

The Honor 9 Lite has a 3000 mAh battery. Battery score: 15/100.

Is the Honor 9 Lite worth buying?

The Honor 9 Lite is a good fit for budget-conscious buyers. Overall rating — 15/100 (entry-level phone).

MobileRank rating

Device profile

Category scores

Performance 2

Display 32

Camera 12

Battery 15

Portability 88

Value for money 0

The score is built from the five categories below (weights are in the methodology); 100% of the weight is known. Value for money is computed separately and is not part of the overall score. How the rating works →