HONOR unleashes the HONOR X9d, the Unbreakable AI Smartphone built for everyday resilience

17 October 2025 - 10:57

written : سعودي اون لاين - Saudi Online

Manal Saleh

Revolutionizing the Smartphone Experience with Top-Level Durability and Unparalleled Battery Life

[Riyadh, KSA – 16.10.2025] Global AI device ecosystem company HONOR today announced the upcoming launch of the eagerly awaited HONOR X9d, the latest addition to its acclaimed X Series line-up. HONOR X9d seamlessly integrates industry-leading durability with drop, water and heat resisitance, the largest 8300mAh battery in its class, stunning photography capabilities.

Top-Level Durability with Comprehensive Protection

Positioned as the Unbreakable AI Smartphone in the market, the HONOR X9d showcases all-around drop, water, and dust resistance with the industry-first SGS Triple Resistant Premium Performance Certification[1] and SGS 5-Star Comprehensive Reliability Certification[2].

Built with a 6-layer drop-resistant structure and the advanced HONOR Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop Technology, it can withstand accidental falls on certain surface like marble. It can also withstand drops on challenging surfaces such as cobblestone, asphalt, tactile paving, and over 10 other types of stone ground.

Equipped with Three-layer Water Resistance Structure 2.0 supporting IP69K[3] the highest water & dust resistance, it handles complex water environments and 30-minute submersion at 1.5 meters[4]. AI Heavy Rain Touch and AI Glove Touch ensure smooth operation in rain or with gloves. It also supports an underwater photo mode at depths of up to 6 meters[5].

Dust and Water Ejection

The HONOR X9d features One Tap Dust and Water Ejection, a smart function designed to keep your device clear and protected. With just a single tap, the phone automatically expels dust and water from its speakers, helping maintain clear sound quality and long-term performance. This simple yet powerful feature ensures your device stays reliable and ready, even in challenging environments.

Industry-Leading Battery Life with SuperCharge

Equipped with an ultra-large 8300mAh silicon-carbon battery[6], the HONOR X9d revolutionizes mobile power in the 8 Era, offering the biggest capacity available with a self-developed anti-aging algorithm for 6-year ultra durability[7]. For added versatility, the HONOR X9d supports wired reverse charging at 7.5W, allowing it to double as a portable power bank for other devices when needed.

Users enjoy 3-day freedom—up to 52.5 hours of music streaming, 23.8 hours of video playback, 16.8 hours of gaming, or 12.3 hours of video chat[8]—while supporting 7.5W reverse charging. Multi-point temperature monitoring ensures performance from -30°C to 55°C[9], with Ultra Power Saving Mode sustaining 60-minute calls[10] at 2% battery and 66W HONOR SuperCharge[11] for rapid revival.

AI-powered Smartphone Photography Experience

Packed with a 108MP ultra-sensing camera featuring a 1/1.67” large sensor, the HONOR X9d captures exceptional detail and brightness for daylight precision and nocturnal refinement, enhanced by OIS + EIS for ultra-clear, shake-free images. HONOR Connection supports HD live photo transfers to iOS, while 4K HD moving photo collages add vibrancy.

Integrated AI features like AI Eraser, AI Cutout, AI Outpainting, AI Upscale, and AI Remove Reflection streamline editing, bringing every precious moment to life with professional quality.

Stunning Display and Powerhouse Performance

The HONOR X9d features a 6.79-inch Eye-comfort OLED display[12] with 6000-nit[13] HDR brightness, delivering vibrant, immersive visuals with ultra-narrow 1.3mm bezels and a 120Hz[14] refresh rate for fluid responsiveness.

Color, Price and Availability

Get ready to discover the HONOR X9d, arriving in four vibrant colors[15]: Forest Green, Sunrise Gold, Midnight Black, and Reddish Brown. Set to launch pre-order soon in select markets via HONOR’s trusted channels, it delivers excellence built to match your unstoppable pace.

About HONOR

HONOR is a global leading AI device ecosystem company. It is committed to revolutionizing human-to-device interactions to bridge the AI ecosystem with all consumers in the agentic AI era and beyond. The company endeavors to open industrial boundaries through open, seamless collaboration to co-create a value-sharing ecosystem with industry partners. With an innovative product portfolio spanning AI phones, PCs, tablets, wearables and more, HONOR aims to empower every human, enabling everyone to embrace the new intelligent world.

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[1] This phone has obtained the Swiss SGS Triple Resistant Premium Performance Certification, complying with SGS’s reliability technical specifications. As a precision electronic product, there is still a risk of damage if the phone falls. Please be careful to avoid drops or collisions.

[2] This phone has obtained the Swiss SGS 5-Star Comprehensive Reliability Certification, complying with SGS’s reliability technical specifications. As a precision electronic product, there is still a risk of damage if the phone falls. Please be careful to avoid drops or collisions.

[3] The phone has been tested under controlled laboratory conditions and reaches the IP69K level in accordance with ISO20653: 2023 standards. Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanently effective, and the protective performance may decrease due to daily wear and tear. Do not attempt to charge a wet phone. Liquid damage is not covered under warranty.

[4] Data from HONOR labs.

[5] Data comes from HONOR labs.

[6] Battery rated at 8100mAh with a typical capacity of 8300mAh.

[7] The data comes from the HONOR Lab. The battery will have a battery capacity retention rate of more than 80% after 6 years of use according to HONOR Lab simulation of the user's daily behavior (full charging-discharging once a day). The actual data will change with different scenarios, please refer to actual usage.

[8] Data from HONOR labs.

[9] Data from HONOR labs. Under the ambient temperature of 55°C, HONOR X9d can stand by normally and supports the use of call, contact, and text messaging functions. The actual experience may vary depending on factors such as device aging, network environment, user habits and differences in the phone's temperature rise. Please refer to the actual experience.

[10] Data from HONOR labs.

[11] It supports maximum 66W wired charge, 66W HONOR charger and cable are required. Actual charging speed may vary depending on environmental conditions and other factors.

[12] With rounded corners design applying on the display, the diagonal length of screen is 6.79 inches, when measured according to the standard rectangle (the actual viewable area is slightly smaller).

[13] The 6000nits peak brightness data comes from HONOR labs, and only takes effect when the corresponding video source is full screen.

[14] The screen supports a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz, and the refresh rate may be varied slightly under different app interfaces and game quality. Please refer to your actual experience.

[15] The configuration colors are different in different regions, please refer to the ones provided by the specific region.

HONOR unleashes the HONOR X9d, the Unbreakable AI Smartphone built for everyday resilience

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