Honor 9

Name: Honor 9
Brand: Honor

Honor · 2017 27.07.2026 · updated 28.07.2026

Honor 9 (2017) is an entry-level phone from Honor. MobileRank rating: 25/100. Performance 28/100, camera 14/100, battery 12/100, display 32/100, portability 88/100.

HiSilicon Kirin 960

3200 mAh

20 MP

$400

Faster than 22% of smartphones in AnTuTu

Specifications

Processor	HiSilicon Kirin 960
Display	5.2" IPS LCD, 60Hz
RAM	4GB / 6GB
Storage	64GB / 128GB
Battery	3200 mAh · ≈6.4 hrs of active use*
Charging	No wireless charging
OS	—
Dimensions	147.3 × 70.9 × 7.5 mm
Weight	155g
NFC	yes
Launch price	$400

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

Cameras

Main	20MP
Front	8MP

Benchmarks

AnTuTu 366515

Geekbench Single 403

Geekbench Multi 1147

Based on AnTuTu results, Honor 9 is faster than 22% of smartphones in our database. This device is from the entry-level segment.

Performance

Overview and verdict

In 2017, Honor introduced the Honor 9 — a "entry-level phone"-level smartphone with a MobileRank rating of 25/100. The HiSilicon Kirin 960 chipset delivers weak performance (28/100). The launch price is $400, with a value-for-money score of 0/100.

Pros

Lightweight body (155g)

Cons

Limited performance for demanding games
Modest camera capabilities
Small battery (3200 mAh)
No wireless charging
High price ($400)

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

Launch price and where to check today's

$400 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 have?

The Honor 9 runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 960 chipset. It scores 366,515 points in AnTuTu.

What is the Honor 9's rating?

The Honor 9 scores 25 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating. Categories: performance 28/100, camera 14/100, battery 12/100, display 32/100, portability 88/100.

How much does the Honor 9 cost?

At launch the Honor 9 cost $400. We do not track current retail prices. Value for money at launch: 0/100.

What battery does the Honor 9 have?

The Honor 9 has a 3200 mAh battery. Battery score: 12/100.

Is the Honor 9 worth buying?

The Honor 9 is a good fit for budget-conscious buyers. Overall rating — 25/100 (entry-level phone).

MobileRank rating

Device profile

Category scores

Performance 28

Display 32

Camera 14

Battery 12

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 →