The Honor 90 marked the brand's return to India in September 2023, launched at Rs 37,999 for 8 GB plus 256 GB through a new partnership with HTech. It arrived as a stylish, slim mid-ranger competing with the OnePlus Nord 3 and Samsung Galaxy A54, and its sales pitch focused on the display and a headline 200 MP camera.
The 6.7-inch quad-curved AMOLED has a sharp 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate and very high peak brightness, along with high-frequency PWM dimming that Honor promoted as easier on the eyes. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition is adequate for daily use but slower than the Dimensity 9000 in the Nord 3. MagicOS 7.1 on Android 13 is feature-rich but heavier than OxygenOS.
The 200 MP main camera captures plenty of detail in good light, joined by a 12 MP ultrawide and a 2 MP depth sensor, while the 50 MP selfie camera is excellent. The 5000 mAh battery with 66W charging lasts comfortably through a day. Its display and selfie camera stand out, but the price felt high against the faster Nord 3.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 37,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | September 2023 |
| Segment | Upper mid-range |
| Display | 6.7-inch, Quad-curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 x 2664 |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 200 MP main + 12 MP ultrawide + 2 MP depth |
| Front camera | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 13, MagicOS 7.1 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Weight | 183 g |
| Colours | Midnight Black, Diamond Silver, Emerald Green |
What we like
- Sharp, bright quad-curved display
- Detailed 200 MP main camera
- Excellent 50 MP selfie camera
- Slim, light design
What could be better
- Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 is slow for the price
- No official IP rating
- MagicOS feels heavy
Who should buy it
Buyers who prioritise display quality, selfies and slim design over raw performance.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (September 2023). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.