HONOR has officially announced the HONOR 90 and HONOR 90 Pro smartphones, marking the next generation in the HONOR 80 series. These devices come equipped with a stunning 6.7-inch quad curved OLED screen, offering an immersive viewing experience with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3840Hz PWM Dimming technology.
To enhance user comfort, the displays feature Dynamic Dimming, replicating natural light and reducing eye strain, while the Circadian Night Display technology promotes healthier sleep patterns by limiting interference with melatonin secretion.
The HONOR 90 is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, an upgrade from the Snapdragon 782G found in its predecessor, while the HONOR 90 Pro retains the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC introduced in the HONOR 80 Pro.
These smartphones boast an extraordinary 200MP Main Camera, featuring a large 1/1.4-inch sensor that supports 16-in-1 pixel binning technology, resulting in impressive 2.24µm large pixels. Additionally, a 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera ensures stunning wide-angle shots. The HONOR 90 incorporates a 2MP Depth Camera, while the Pro model boasts a 32MP telephoto camera. Both devices offer a 50MP front camera, with the Pro model further complemented by a 2MP secondary front camera.
The HONOR 90 Series showcases a sleek and lightweight design, accentuated by smooth, rounded edges and Deeply Reinforced Glass. Inspired by the elegance of luxury jewelry, these smartphones feature the iconic N Series Dual Ring Design, meticulously crafted to radiate a brilliant shine and add an extra touch of sophistication.
Users can enjoy extended usage with the 5000mAh battery packed inside both devices. The HONOR 90 supports 66W fast charging, while the Pro model raises the bar with 90W fast charging capabilities.
HONOR 90 and HONOR 90 Pro Specifications:
- Display: HONOR 90 – 6.7-inch FHD+ OLED 120Hz quad curved display, HONOR 90 Pro – 6.78-inch FHD+ OLED 120Hz quad curved display
- Chipset: HONOR 90 – Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, HONOR 90 Pro – Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- RAM: 12GB / 16GB
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB
- Operating System: Android 13-based MagicOS 7.1
- Cameras: 200MP Main Camera, 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera, 2MP Depth Camera (HONOR 90) / 32MP Telephoto Camera (HONOR 90 Pro), 50MP Front Camera, 2MP Front Secondary Camera (HONOR 90 Pro)
- Battery: 5000mAh with 66W (HONOR 90) / 90W (HONOR 90 Pro) SuperCharge fast charging
- Connectivity: 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, USB Type-C, NFC
- Dimensions and Weight: HONOR 90 – 161.9×74.1×7.8mm, 183g; HONOR 90 Pro – 163.8×74.8×8.1mm, 192g
The HONOR 90 Series smartphones offer USB Type-C Audio, stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and support for dual SIM cards. They also come with advanced connectivity options such as 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, and NFC.
In terms of pricing and availability, the HONOR 90 Series is available in Midnight Black, Emerald Green, Diamond Silver, and Peacock Blue color variants. The following are the price points:
- HONOR 90 12GB+256GB: 2499 yuan (approximately US$353 / Rs. 29,170)
- HONOR 90 16GB+256GB: 2799 yuan (approximately US$395 / Rs. 32,670)
- HONOR 90 16GB+512GB: 2999 yuan (approximately US$423 / Rs. 35,005)
- HONOR 90 Pro 12GB+256GB: 3299 yuan (approximately US$466 / Rs. 38,505)
- HONOR 90 Pro 16GB+256GB: 3599 yuan (approximately US$508 / Rs. 42,010)
- HONOR 90 Pro 16GB+512GB: 3899 yuan (approximately US$550 / Rs. 45,510)
The smartphones are available for pre-order and will go on sale starting June 7th in China. HONOR has also confirmed that the HONOR 90 Series will soon be launched in global markets, featuring Google Mobile Services (GMS).
George Zhao, CEO of HONOR Device Co, Ltd, expressed his excitement about the new release, stating, “HONOR is dedicated to enhancing its products and services to provide cutting-edge solutions to smartphone users around the world. In line with our human-centric philosophy of innovation, we are excited to introduce the latest HONOR 90 Series, which brings significant advancements in camera and display technology, enhancing the way content creators capture and consume media. We are also thrilled to bring the HONOR 90 Series to the global market soon.”