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  • Honor X9b

    Honor launched the X9b in India in February 2024 at Rs 25,999 for 8 GB plus 256 GB. Its marketing centred on durability: Honor called the curved screen an Ultra-Bounce display and staged demonstrations of the phone surviving drops onto hard surfaces, a striking claim for a curved AMOLED in this segment.

    The 6.78-inch curved AMOLED runs at 120Hz with a 1.5K resolution and good peak brightness. The Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 is a middling chip, adequate for social media, streaming and casual games, but slower than the Dimensity 7200 in the Nothing Phone (2a) or the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 in the Redmi Note 13 Pro. MagicOS 7.2 runs on Android 13, already a version behind at launch.

    The 108 MP main camera produces good daylight images, backed by a 5 MP ultrawide and a 2 MP macro lens, with a 16 MP selfie camera. Battery life is a highlight thanks to the 5800 mAh silicon-carbon cell, which easily stretches past a day, though charging is a modest 35W. It suits buyers who are rough on their phones and want long battery life.

    Key specifications

    Launch price (India)Rs 25,999 (base variant)
    India launchFebruary 2024
    SegmentMid-range
    Display6.78-inch, Curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 x 2652
    ProcessorSnapdragon 6 Gen 1
    RAM8 GB
    Storage256 GB
    Expandable storageNo
    Rear cameras108 MP main + 5 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro
    Front camera16 MP
    Battery5800 mAh
    Charging35W wired
    Software at launchAndroid 13, MagicOS 7.2
    5GYes
    Headphone jackNo
    Weight185 g
    ColoursMidnight Black, Sunrise Orange

    What we like

    • Drop-resistant curved display
    • Long-lasting 5800 mAh battery
    • Sharp 1.5K AMOLED
    • 256 GB base storage

    What could be better

    • Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 is slow for the price
    • Launched on an older Android version
    • Weak ultrawide and slow 35W charging

    Who should buy it

    Buyers who are hard on their phones and want a curved display with strong battery life.

    Specifications and price are as at the India launch (February 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.

  • Honor 200

    Honor launched the Honor 200 in India in July 2024 at Rs 34,999 for 8 GB plus 256 GB, alongside the pricier Honor 200 Pro. Its pitch was portrait photography, with camera modes developed together with the Parisian photo studio Studio Harcourt, wrapped in a slim, curved design that clearly targeted the OnePlus Nord 4 and Galaxy A35.

    The 6.7-inch curved OLED runs at 120Hz with a 1.5K-class resolution and high-frequency PWM dimming. The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 offers solid mid-range performance, comfortable with everyday multitasking and moderate gaming, but behind the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 in the Nord 4. MagicOS 8.0 on Android 14 includes Honor's AI features, though it carries some preinstalled apps.

    The triple camera, with a 50 MP main, a 50 MP 2.5x telephoto and a 12 MP ultrawide, delivers excellent portraits with a distinctive studio look, and the 50 MP selfie camera is strong. The 5200 mAh silicon-carbon battery charges at 100W wired. It is a portrait specialist; buyers prioritising raw performance would pick the Nord 4, while photographers may prefer the Honor.

    Key specifications

    Launch price (India)Rs 34,999 (base variant)
    India launchJuly 2024
    SegmentUpper mid-range
    Display6.7-inch, Curved OLED, 120Hz, 1200 x 2664
    ProcessorSnapdragon 7 Gen 3
    RAM8 GB / 12 GB
    Storage256 GB / 512 GB
    Expandable storageNo
    Rear cameras50 MP main + 50 MP 2.5x telephoto + 12 MP ultrawide
    Front camera50 MP
    Battery5200 mAh
    Charging100W wired
    Software at launchAndroid 14, MagicOS 8.0
    5GYes
    Headphone jackNo
    ColoursBlack, Moonlight White

    What we like

    • Excellent portrait photography
    • 50 MP telephoto at this price
    • Fast 100W charging
    • Slim, comfortable design

    What could be better

    • Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 trails the Nord 4's chip
    • No official IP rating
    • Preinstalled apps in MagicOS

    Who should buy it

    Photography fans who shoot lots of portraits and want a stylish, fast-charging mid-ranger.

    Specifications and price are as at the India launch (July 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.

  • Honor 90

    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 launchSeptember 2023
    SegmentUpper mid-range
    Display6.7-inch, Quad-curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 x 2664
    ProcessorSnapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition
    RAM8 GB / 12 GB
    Storage256 GB / 512 GB
    Expandable storageNo
    Rear cameras200 MP main + 12 MP ultrawide + 2 MP depth
    Front camera50 MP
    Battery5000 mAh
    Charging66W wired
    Software at launchAndroid 13, MagicOS 7.1
    5GYes
    Headphone jackNo
    Weight183 g
    ColoursMidnight 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.