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HONOR
Honor 9A
Release 2020, Jun
159.1 x 74.1 x 9 mm
Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services
RM 459.00
Source last updated 15 Jun 2022 — likely outdated, confirm before buying.
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Honor 9A price in Malaysia starts from RM459, putting it firmly in entry-level territory. The Helio P22 chipset paired with 3GB RAM and 64GB storage handles basic tasks fine, though it's not built for heavy multitasking or gaming. The 6.3-inch display runs at HD+ resolution rather than full HD, which is typical at this price point, and there's a microSDXC slot if 64GB isn't enough.
The triple camera setup includes a 13MP main lens, a 5MP ultrawide, and a 2MP depth sensor, giving you some flexibility for wide shots and portrait-style photos. Battery capacity is the standout here at 5000mAh, which should comfortably get most users through a full day.
One thing worth flagging: this phone runs Android 10 with Magic UI 3.1 but has no Google Play Services, so app installation works differently than most Android phones. It comes in Black, Blue, and Green, and still uses a microUSB port rather than USB-C for charging.
Full Specifications
Release
- Release Status
- Release 2020, Jun
Performance
- Processor
- Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
- Chipset
- Mediatek MT6762R Helio P22 (12 nm)
- GPU
- PowerVR GE8320
- RAM & Storage
- 64GB, 3GB RAM
- External Storage
- microSDXC (dedicated slot)
- OS
- Android 10, Magic UI 3.1, no Google Play Services
- Battery
- Non-removable Li-Po 5000 mAh battery
Screen
- Display size
- 6.3 inches, 95.8 cm2 (~81.3% screen-to-body ratio)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~278 ppi density) - Display type
- IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Body
- Dimension
- 159.1 x 74.1 x 9 mm
- Weight
- 185 g (6.53 oz)
- Body Type
- Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
- Colors
- Black, Blue, Green
Connectivity
- SIM
- Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
- Data Speed
- HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A Cat4 150/50 Mbps
- Wifi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
- Bluetooth
- 5.0, A2DP, LE
- USB
- microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go
- GPS
- Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
- Radio
- FM radio; built-in antenna
Sensors
- Sensors
- Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Camera & Video
- Rear Camera
- Triple: 13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF +
5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) +
2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) - Front Camera
- 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
- Video
- 1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps - Features
- LED flash, HDR, panorama
HDR
Audio
- Loud Speaker
- Yes
- Sound Jack
- Yes
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Honor 9A support 5G?
Based on its listed network specs (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A Cat4 150/50 Mbps), the Honor 9A does not support 5G.
How much RAM and storage does the Honor 9A have?
The Honor 9A comes with 64GB, 3GB RAM.
What's the battery capacity of the Honor 9A?
The Honor 9A has a Non-removable Li-Po 5000 mAh battery battery.
Is the Honor 9A still available in Malaysia?
Yes, the Honor 9A is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Release 2020, Jun).
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