Honor 90: A Mid-Range Marvel
Honor, in collaboration with PSAV Global, is making a comeback in the Indian smartphone market with the Honor 90. Let’s dive into the details of this feature-packed mid-range device.
Here are ratings for the Honor 90 based on its key features:
- Design: ★★★★☆
- Display: ★★★★★
- Performance: ★★★★☆
- Battery Life: ★★★★☆
- Camera: ★★★★☆
- Value for Money: ★★★☆☆
Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price and Availability
The Honor 90 comes in two variants: 8GB RAM priced at ₹37,999 and 12GB RAM priced at ₹39,999. You can choose from three elegant colors: Midnight Black, Emerald Green, and Diamond Silver. The phone will be available for purchase on Amazon India starting September 18.
Design and Display
The Honor 90 boasts a frosted glass back that not only adds to its premium feel but also resists fingerprint smudges. I personally found the Diamond Silver color variant to be the most appealing, thanks to its etched diamond grid patterns at the back, providing an improved grip.
The device’s frame is plastic with a silver finish. At the back, you’ll find a prominent camera module housing three cameras and an LED flash. The front is all about the stunning 6.7-inch Full HD+ curved OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s incredibly bright, with 1,600 nits peak brightness, making it visible even under direct sunlight. The quad-curved display minimizes bezels, offering an immersive viewing experience.
Software and Performance
Running Android 13 with Honor’s MagicOS 7.1 skin, the device provides a clean and near-stock user interface. However, it does come with some pre-installed apps that can be removed.
In terms of performance, the Honor 90 is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition, up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It handles popular games like Battlegrounds Mobile India and Asphalt 9 without any noticeable lag. However, some competitors, like the iQOO Neo 7 Pro, offer more powerful chipsets at a similar price point.
Battery
With a 5,000mAh battery and 30W fast charging support, the Honor 90 easily lasts a full day on a single charge, and fast charging ensures you’re back up and running quickly.
Camera
The camera setup on the Honor 90 is impressive, featuring a 200MP primary camera, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 2MP depth sensor at the back. Both front and rear cameras support 4K video recording at 30 FPS. While image quality in good lighting conditions is commendable, low-light performance could be improved, especially without optical image stabilization (OIS).
Launch Offers
HTech is offering some launch bonuses, including a ₹3,000 discount for ICICI Bank and SBI debit/credit card users, an additional ₹2,000 exchange discount, and free TWS earbuds worth ₹5,000.
Verdict
The Honor 90 offers an attractive design, an excellent display, and capable cameras. It’s a solid choice if you’re seeking a stylish mid-range smartphone. However, considering its price, you might want to explore alternatives like the iQOO Neo 7 Pro, OnePlus Nord 3, or Poco F5 if you prioritize raw processing power. Make your decision based on your specific needs and preferences.
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