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Honor has launched the X9d, a ruggedized rebrand of the China-only X70 that emphasizes endurance with an enormous 8,300mAh silicon‑carbon (Si‑C) battery and an IP69K rating for high-temperature pressurized water resistance.
Key specs and performance
The X9d sports a 6.79‑inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, and Honor claims an eye‑catching peak brightness of up to 6,000 nits. Powering the phone is Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of storage.
Battery life is the headline feature: the 8,300mAh Si‑C cell aims to deliver extended runtime and improved longevity compared with conventional lithium packs. Wired charging is rated at 66W — slightly slower than the X70's top charging configuration, but still fast enough for quick top‑ups.
Durability, cameras and software
Durability is a major selling point. The X9d carries an IP69K ingress protection rating, meaning it can withstand high‑temperature, high‑pressure water jets and is well protected against dust. Honor also adds a shock‑absorbing frame to help the handset survive drops and rough handling.
On the imaging front the rear design keeps the circular camera housing first seen on the X70. The main camera uses a 108MP sensor, accompanied by a 5MP ultrawide module. Software comes via MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15, bringing Honor's latest features and optimizations.
Pricing, colors and availability
The X9d arrives in four finishes: Reddish Brown, Midnight Black, Sunrise Gold, and Forest Green. Pricing in Malaysia starts at MYR 1,499 (roughly $356) for the 12GB/256GB model, while the 12GB/512GB option is MYR 1,699 (about $403).
Honor Malaysia has opened pre‑orders and is including a complimentary Honor Pad X7 tablet with purchases. The pre‑order window runs until October 9.
Conclusion
With its massive Si‑C battery and industrial‑grade IP69K protection, the Honor X9d targets users who prioritize battery life and durability over flagship camera bells and whistles. As a lightly tweaked X70 rebrand, it balances solid midrange hardware with features aimed at more active or demanding use cases.
Source: gsmarena
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