Honor has officially teased the India launch of its mid-range smartphone, the Honor X9c 5G, following its global debut in November 2023. The announcement comes after months of speculation and earlier teasers. While the brand hasn’t revealed the exact launch date yet, it has confirmed that the smartphone will be available exclusively on Amazon India. A dedicated microsite on Amazon is now live, hinting at the phone’s imminent arrival.

Design and Display

The Honor X9c 5G boasts a 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED curved display with a resolution of 2700 x 1224 pixels. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring a fluid and immersive viewing experience. The phone will be offered in two elegant color options: Jade Cyan and Titanium Black.

The design features a center-aligned punch-hole camera, narrow bezels, and a premium faux leather finish. The back panel houses a dual-camera setup arranged in circular rings with an LED flash.

Performance and Storage

Powering the Honor X9c is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, a reliable mid-range processor. The phone is expected to launch in three configurations:

8GB RAM + 256GB storage

12GB RAM + 256GB storage

12GB RAM + 512GB storage

This hardware setup ensures smooth multitasking and sufficient storage for daily use.

Camera Features

The smartphone features a 108MP primary rear camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) for sharp, clear images and video. A 5MP ultra-wide sensor complements the primary lens. On the front, there’s a 16MP selfie camera for high-quality selfies and video calls.

The camera system supports 4K video recording and offers up to 10x digital zoom capabilities.

Battery and Charging

A key highlight of the Honor X9c is its massive 6,600mAh battery, designed for extended usage. It supports 66W fast charging, enabling quick top-ups and reducing downtime.

Software and Features

The Indian variant of the Honor X9c will run on MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15, offering the latest Android features along with Honor’s customization layer. Globally, the device launched with MagicOS 8.0 based on Android 14.

The phone is also teased to have some level of water and dust resistance, with posters suggesting an IP rating, likely IP65 or IP68.

Availability and Expectations

The Honor X9c 5G will be sold exclusively on Amazon India.

Honor has also improved its after-sales service network in India, a move likely to enhance customer trust.

While the official pricing has not yet been revealed, the smartphone is expected to be priced competitively in the ₹20,000 – ₹25,000 range. It is anticipated to compete with phones like the iQOO Z9x, Redmi Note 13 Pro, and Realme Narzo 70 Pro.

Conclusion

With a strong spec sheet that includes a large battery, curved AMOLED display, premium design, and the latest Android OS, the Honor X9c 5G is shaping up to be a solid offering in the mid-range segment. Its Amazon exclusivity and enhanced support services suggest Honor is serious about making a strong comeback in India. Stay tuned for the official launch date and pricing announcement.