VP/Tech | HONOR X9c Smart 5G: Ultra-Tough on a Budget
When you thought things couldn’t get better, HONOR is releasing the HONOR X9c Smart 5G after the Honor X9c 5G’s success. If you intend to spend less but want more durability, the HONOR X9c Smart 5G comes with Ultra-Tough Defense at a more affordable price point.
In this VP Tech edition, we’ll be going over its strengths and talk about how you can get your hands on the HONOR X9c Smart 5G.
Build
The HONOR X9c Smart 5G comes in two natural colorways: Midnight Black and Ocean Cyan. At 193 grams, the phone feels light and premium with its curved edges. The phone’s body also sports a matte finish so fingerprints won’t be your problem when using the phone.
With a narrow-bezel screen, the phone’s 6.8-inch display provides a decent viewing experience for phones within its price point. It can go up to 120Hz refresh rate so rest assured that the overall experience will feel smooth for watching your favorite series and consuming media.
But the phone’s ultra-tough defense is the star of the show. It has a new benchmark of 2m drop resistance and a 5-star SGS rating for durability. With HONOR’s Ultra-Bouce Anti-Drop Technology 2.0, dropping your phone becomes the least of your worries.
Furthermore, the phone has a triple-layer splash-resistant design that can withstand a 360-degree full-body rinse. We also noticed that we had no problem using the phone even when our hands were wet or greasy from eating out. These tiny details may be easily overlooked, but when did you last struggle using your phone because your fingers were too greasy from eating grilled pork?
Camera
Now let’s talk about its cameras. The HONOR X9c Smart 5G comes with an exceptional 108MP main camera. This also comes with the HONOR Ai Experience which allows you to use AI features like HONOR’s AI Erase and Motion Sensing.
Photos taken using the phone delivered impressive saturation and detail. The final photos also involve some AI Post-processing, which might be important to note.
You can use its camera indoors and outdoors, but it truly shines in well-lit environments. But if you want to capture the fun at night, it has an Ultra-Clear AI Night Mode Camera that will do the trick for you.
Battery
The HONOR X9c Smart 5G boasts a 5800mAh battery that supports 35W charging. This battery comes with HONOR’s power management system that ensures the battery’s long life and durability.
After using the phone for several days, we found that it can last a whole day with moderate usage. Of course, this varies depending on how you use the phone, but the brand promises at least 19.8 hours of video playback.
Furthermore, the HONOR X9c Smart 5G offers 5G connectivity despite its budget price point, which we appreciate.
Performance and Storage
Aside from being ultra-tough, the HONOR X9c Smart 5G comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra processor. Generally, it’s consistently reliable for any task and could even keep up with a bit of multitasking.
In terms of gaming, you would have no trouble running less demanding games like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang with its default graphic settings. Meanwhile, it can run heavier games like Genshin Impact, but you can’t fully expect a perfect experience. Nonetheless, the fact that you can still run these games pretty smoothly is commendable.
It also comes with a large 24 (12GB + 12GB) RAM that helps with the overall smooth performance of the phone. You’d also have no trouble storing files as the phone comes with 256GB of internal storage for all your cherished memories.
For its price, the phone offers optimized performance on top of its ultra-tough build. It is a solid option for those looking for a phone that can withstand the elements while maintaining solid performance.
Overall Thoughts and Availability
The HONOR X9c Smart 5G is a great value smartphone for people who want something durable and sufficient for everyday tasks. It’s reintroducing the way budget smartphones should be in that budget doesn’t mean compromising build and durability.
Speaking of budget, the HONOR X9c Smart 5G is now exclusively available on Shopee for PHP 13,999. But wait, you’ll also be able to snag the HONOR X9c Smart 5G for as low as PHP 10,799 during the Shopee 3.3 Super Brand Marathon.
You can also grab it with SPayLater for just ₱120/day and enjoy a FREE HONOR Camping Light Speaker with every purchase! So what are you waiting for, keep your eyes peeled for the Shopee 3.3 Super Brand Marathon, and don’t miss out on these exclusive deals.
