HONOR has launched its new smartphone, the HONOR X9c 5G, in India. After a long one year hiatus, HONOR is finally back in India with its new smartphone in the mid-range segment. As promised, HONOR has launched its latest smartphone in the X series, the HONOR X9c 5G in India. Honor X9c has been launched in India, succeeding the Honor X9b, which made its debut in February of last year.
HONOR X9c India
The Honor X9b was previously introduced with a price tag of Rs 25,999 in India. Now, the Honor X9c arrives in the Indian market with a more competitive, reduced price. The latest HONOR X series smartphone comes with several key features, including a large 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, a 6600mAh battery, and a multi-camera setup.
Further, the device is SGS drop-resistant certified. It has an IP65M dust and 360-degree water resistance. Additionally, the Honor X9c has several AI functions. This mid-range segment smartphone runs Android 15-based MagicOS 9.0. Let’s take a closer look at what HONOR has in store for you. Also Read: Tecno POVA 7 5G, Tecno POVA 7 Pro 5G Launched in India
HONOR X9c 5G: Price and Availability
The Honor X9c 5G comes in a single variant that has 256GB of storage and 8GB of RAM. In India, the Honor X9c 5G is priced at Rs. 21,999 for this 8GB + 256GB variant. It comes in two elegant shades: Jade Cyan and Titanium Black. The device is available for sale via Amazon. During the Prime Day Sale, it initially went live on the Amazon India website.
Launch Offers
As a part of launch offer, Buyers can avail a limited-time discount. This offer will be bringing the effective price down to Rs 19,999 after a Rs 1,250 instant discount and Rs 750 bank offer. The offer is exclusively available with the Amazon Prime Membership. The company is also offering a one-year extended warranty. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, Galaxy Z Fold7 Launched
In addition, buyers can also avail an additional exchange offer up to Rs 7,500, and no-cost EMI for up to 9 months. Furthermore, the Rs 750 instant bank discount is available only with SBI and ICICI Bank card transactions. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy F06 vs Vivo T4 Lite detailed comparison
Additional Benefits –
- Flat Rs. 1,250 discount
- Rs. 750 instant discount on SBI & ICICI Bank cards
- No-cost EMI options for up to 9 months
- Free 1-year extended warranty (worth Rs. 1,099)
- Exchange bonus of up to Rs. 7,500
Honor X9c 5G: Specifications and Features
The HONOR X9c 5G features a 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a resolution of 2700 x 1224 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. This Full-HD+ AMOLED display can reach a maximum brightness of 4000 nits. The display offers a buttery smooth 120Hz refresh rate and 3840Hz PWM dimming. Also Read: Vivo X200 FE Launched in India for Rs 54,999
The high-frequency PWM dimming provides safer, more comfortable viewing. It also features HONOR’s Eye Comfort screen technology with risk-free dimming. Furthermore, the mid-range handset is certified flicker-free with low blue light by TÜV Rheinland. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo V30 Pro: How the two affordable premium Android phones compare
Performance
Powering the new HONOR phone is the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC. Under the hood, this mid-range Snapdragon Mobile Platform is paired with the Adreno 710 GPU. The chipset is coupled with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. For International markets, the HONOR X9c 5G smartphone features 12GB of RAM along with an additional 12GB of virtual RAM. While, the 8GB RAM variant is also available in select markets including India.
- UNBREAKABLE DURABILITY :- Engineered to endure the toughest environments, this smartphone features advanced HONOR Ultra …
- POWER THAT LASTS :- Go further without worry thanks to a massive 6600mAh Silicon Carbon Battery. With 66W SuperCharge te…
- 108MP OIS AI CAMERA :- Capture every moment in stunning detail with a 108MP OIS AI Camera. Enjoy 3x lossless zoom, AI Ni…
With such impressive hardware, HONOR X9c 5G smartphone also supports a range of AI features. It supports multiple AI features like AI Motion Sensing, AI Erase, AI Deepfake Detection, AI Magic Portal 2.0, and AI Magic Capsule. The device runs on MagicOS 9.0, which is based on Android 15.
Camera
In terms of optics, the Honor X9c includes a primary 108MP camera, which supports OIS and EIS, along with an LED flash. The primary sensor uses the Samsung HM6 sensor, with an aperture of f/1.75. There is also a 5MP ultra-wide sensor which works as a secondary camera. For selfies, the phone features a 16MP front camera with an f/2.45 aperture. HONOR claims that the primary sensor offers up to 3x lossless zoom.
Battery and other Features
HONOR X9c 5G smartphone packs a big 6,600mAh silicon-carbon battery. It supports 66W wired fast charging. The handset includes a scratch-resistant front glass, an enhanced all-angle ultra-durable design, and boasts an IP65M rating for dust and splash resistance. Also Read: ASUS ROG Zephyrus G6X Gaming Desktop Launched with Powerful Specifications
HONOR claims this is the first smartphone in the world to earn a 5-star comprehensive reliability certification from SGS Switzerland. It offers 2-meter drop resistance and a 166% reliability rating. Also Read: Acer Unveils AI-Powered Laptops, high refresh rate monitors, smart wearables and Gaming Gears at Computex 2025
Connectivity
The Honor X9c 5G also supports dual SIM, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and USB-C. For security, it features an in-screen fingerprint sensor. Connectivity options are extensive, including 5G, 4G, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, OTG, and a USB Type-C port.
The HONOR smartphone is is designed to function safely in extreme temperatures ranging from -30 to 55 degrees Celsius, thanks to a unique battery coating and power management system. The device measures a sleek 7.98mm in thickness and weighs just 189g.
Specifications in brief
| Display | 6.78-inch (2700 x 1224 pixels) 1.5K 120Hz curved AMOLED display, 3840Hz high frequency PWM dimming, hardware-level dimming, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 10-bit 10.7 billion colors HDR 10, 4000nit peak brightness |
| Processor | Octa Core (4x A78 at 2.2GHz+4x A55 at 1.8GHz Kryo CPUs) Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 4nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 710 GPU |
| RAM/Storage Option | 12GB RAM with 256GB / 512GB storage (International) 8GB RAM with 256GB storage (India) |
| OS | MagicOS 9.0 (based on Android 15) |
| Rear Camera | 108MP camera with Samsung HM6 sensor, f/1.75 aperture, OIS + EIS, LED flash, 5MP ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture |
| Front Camera | 16MP front camera with f/2.45 aperture |
| Battery and Charging | 6600mAh battery with 66W fast charging |
| Connectivity | 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ax (2.4GHz/5GHz) MIMO, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB Type-C |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano + Nano) |
| Dimension and Weight | 162.8× 75.5×7.98mm; 189g |
| Other Features | – In-display fingerprint sensor – USB Type-C Audio, Stereo Speakers – Dust and water resistant (IP65) – SGS Switzerland Certification – TÜV Rheinland Certification |
