Honor 9 Lite
$150
Overview
Honor 9 Lite is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.65-inch IPS LCD, Kirin 659 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $150, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 9 Lite
The display of Honor 9 Lite measures 5.65 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 9 Lite features 2 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 9 Lite has 3000mAh capacity with 10.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 150 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 9 Lite is powered by the Kirin 659 chipset with Mali-T830 MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 900 single-core and 3600 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 80000.
The memory of Honor 9 Lite offers 4GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM.
The connectivity of Honor 9 Lite includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor 9 Lite weighs 149.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 151 x 71.9 x 7.6 mm.
The software of Honor 9 Lite runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 9 Lite
Honor 9 Lite has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 9 Lite with Kirin 659 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 9 Lite receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor 9 Lite supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Honor 9 Lite has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 9 Lite at $150 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 9 Lite supports 10.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 150 min minutes.
Honor 9 Lite is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 9 Lite has a 5.65-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 9 Lite delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.65"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Kirin 659
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151 x 71.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 149.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Midnight Black", "Sapphire Blue", "Glacier Gray", "Navy", "Seagull Gray", "Magic Nightfall", "Pearl White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.65 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 428 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 75.5 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 659 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.36 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T830 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Basic ISP |
| Modem | Kirin 659 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 900 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3600 |
| AnTuTu Score | 80000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX258 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | Standard DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10.0 |
| Wired Standard | 10W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 75 min |
| Full Charge Time | 150 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9.1 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!