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Honor 9 Specifications
Versions: STF-L09 (Europe, Global); STF-AL00, STF-AL10, STF-TL10 (China) Also known as Huawei Honor 9 Premium with 128GB/6GB RAM
Honor
Released 2017, Jun 15
4 / 6 GB RAM · Kirin 960 (16 nm)
- 155g, 7.5mm thickness
- Android 7.0, up to Android 9.0, EMUI 9.1
- 64GB/128GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 6.3 | — |
| Display | 4.7 | — |
| Performance | 5.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.5 | — |
| Body | 6 | — |
| Gaming | 4.9 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.15"
1080x1920 pixels
20MP
2160p
4/6GB RAM
Kirin 960
3200mAh
18W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2017, June. Released 2017, July |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 147.3 x 70.9 x 7.5 mm (5.80 x 2.79 x 0.30 in) |
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| Weight | 155 g (5.47 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 5.15 inches, 73.1 cm2 (~70.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~428 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
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Platform
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OS | Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
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| Chipset | Kirin 960 (16 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) | |
| GPU | Mali-G71 MP8 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
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| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Dual | 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), PDAF, 2x lossless zoom 20 MP B/W, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.7" |
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| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@60fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 18W wired, 40% in 30 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Glacier Grey, Sapphire Blue, Midnight Black, Gold, Blue Bird, Robin Egg Blue |
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| Models | STF-AL00, STF-AL10, STF-AL10, STF-TL10, STF-L09, STF-L09S | |
| Price | About 220 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 156984 (v7) GeekBench: 6457 (v4.4) GFXBench: 14fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: 1479:1 (nominal), 3.289 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 68dB / Noise 71dB / Ring 80dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -89.1dB / Crosstalk -86.7dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 77h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Honor 9 worth buying in 2026?
Honor 9 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Honor 9?
Honor 9 has a 3,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Honor 9 have?
Honor 9 features a 5.15-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Honor 9 have?
Honor 9 is available with 4 / 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Honor 9?
Genze rates Honor 9 5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.
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