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Honor 9 phone review — specs and Genze score

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
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
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Genze total: 5/10

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Quick specifications

5.15"

1080x1920 pixels

20MP

2160p

4/6GB RAM

Kirin 960

3200mAh

18W

Score breakdown

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5 /10
Performance 5.1/10
Battery 6.3/10
Display 4.7/10
Camera 4.5/10
Body 6/10
Gaming 4.9/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.40 GHz BT 4.2 2017

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
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
Announced 2017, June. Released 2017, July
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 147.3 x 70.9 x 7.5 mm (5.80 x 2.79 x 0.30 in)
Weight 155 g (5.47 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
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
OS Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1
Chipset Kirin 960 (16 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Mali-G71 MP8
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Dual 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), PDAF, 2x lossless zoom

20 MP B/W, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.7"
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@60fps
Single 8 MP, f/2.0
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC Yes
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, 40% in 30 min
Colors Glacier Grey, Sapphire Blue, Midnight Black, Gold, Blue Bird, Robin Egg Blue
Models STF-AL00, STF-AL10, STF-AL10, STF-TL10, STF-L09, STF-L09S
Price About 220 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 156984 (v7)

GeekBench: 6457 (v4.4)

GFXBench: 14fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
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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