Highlights
- Honor 90 5G anticipated to be priced between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 40,000 in India.
- Features an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC, with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage.
- Triple rear camera setup includes a 200MP primary sensor, complemented by 12MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro lenses.
Honor’s much-anticipated 5G offering, the Honor 90, is gearing up for its India launch. Initially unveiled in China this past May, the handset made waves alongside its more robust sibling, the Honor 90 Pro.
Pricing and Availability
While the Pro variant’s India launch remains uncertain, it boasts features like a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and a battery that supports a staggering 90W fast charging.
Hints of the Honor 90’s India specifications and price bracket recently surfaced, thanks to insights provided by tipster Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh).
According to him, Indian tech enthusiasts can expect the device to be available in Black, Green, and Silver colour options and fall in an estimated price range of Rs 30,000 to Rs 40,000.
We can expect the device to launch in the Indian market this month or early in October.
Honor 90: Expected Key Specs
From a specification standpoint, the Honor 90 5G is poised to impress. The device is anticipated to feature a 6.7-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED screen, complemented by a 120Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, it may be powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC, paired with configurations that can reach up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.
Potential users can look forward to an Android 13 foundation, overlaid with Honor’s bespoke MagicOS 7.1.
The triple rear camera setup might echo its Chinese counterpart, boasting a 200MP primary rear sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2MP macro lens.
Though the front camera’s specifics remain a mystery, anticipations veer towards a 50MP sensor.
The Honor 90 5G is expected to house a robust 5,000mAh battery, coupled with a 66W fast charging capability. Other anticipated features include an in-display fingerprint scanner for security and a mono speaker setup for audio.
Global Pricing Context
For those keen on understanding its price dynamics, the Chinese variant of the Honor 90 5G starts at approx. CNY 2,499 (approx. Rs. 29,000) for its base 12GB + 256GB model.
The device’s higher-end models, 16GB + 256GB and 16GB + 512GB, are priced at CNY 2,799 (approx. Rs. 32,500) and CNY 2,999 (approx. Rs. 35,000), respectively.
As India’s tech aficionados await the official announcement, the impending arrival of the Honor 90 is undeniably stirring excitement in the mobile industry.
HONOR 90 KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 |
| Rear Camera | 200 MP + 12 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 50 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | September 29, 2023 (Expected) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | Magic UI |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 |
| CPU | Octa core (2.4 GHz, Single core, Cortex A710 + 2.36 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A710 + 1.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 644 |
| RAM | 12 GB |
Display
| Display Type | AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2664 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 436 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 90.34 % |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Brightness | 1600 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Height | 161.9 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 74.1 mm |
| Thickness | 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 183 grams |
| Colours | Midnight Black, Emerald Green, Diamond Silver, Peacock Blue |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 200 MP f/1.9, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(1.4″ sensor size)12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 2 MP f/2.4, Depth Camera |
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection autofocus | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 15500 x 13000 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
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| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 50 MP f/2.4, Ultra-Wide Angle, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps |
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Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 66W |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 256 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
| USB OTG | Yes |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N41 / N77 / N78 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 19) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
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| SIM 2 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N41 / N77 / N78 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 2100(band 34) / 1900(band 39)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 19) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Fingerprint Sensor Type | Optical |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
FAQs
When was the Honor 90 5G first introduced?
The handset was first unveiled in China in May, alongside the Honor 90 Pro.
Are there any color variants confirmed for the Honor 90 5G in India?
Yes, the device is likely to be available in Black, Green, and Silver based on recent insights.
What can we expect in terms of the device’s software?
The Honor 90 5G is expected to run on Android 13 with Honor’s custom skin, MagicOS 7.1.
How does the Indian variant’s pricing compare with its price in China?
In China, the base model starts at approx. CNY 2,499 (approx. Rs. 29,160). While the Indian pricing isn’t confirmed, the estimates put it between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 40,000.
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