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HONOR has unveiled its latest mid-range powerhouse, the HONOR X9d 5G, priced from RM1,499, and it’s shaping up to be Malaysia’s new durability king. To see how good it stands against today's smartphone standards, click here for our HONOR X9d Review in Malaysia.
With Triple Resistant Certification (SGS), an industry-first aerospace-grade shock absorption system, and IP69K water resistance, the X9d aims to redefine what consumers expect from a mid-range smartphone. Add in 10 powerful upgrades across durability, battery, display, chipset, and AI features — and HONOR seems to be raising the bar in value-packed durability.
Get Free HONOR Pad X7 Tablet During Pre-order Period
If you order the HONOR X9d 5G today until 9 October to enhoy even more irresistible; receive free gifts worth RM1,146, which includes an HONOR Pad X7 tablet and three exclusive protection policies:
- 365-day Front and Back Crack Protection
- 1-Year Extended Warranty
- 1-Year Liquid Damage Protection Warranty
Customers can pre-order the HONOR X9d 5G at their nearest HONOR Experience Store and HONOR Malaysia website. Pre-order is also available through HONOR official store in Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop, including authorized dealers Harvey Norman, Senheng, SenQ and Urban Republic.
Steady Performance That Wins The Race
The HONOR X9d 5G is equipped with a stunning 6.79-inch OLED display that delivers a crisp 1.5K resolution, an impressive 6,000 nits peak brightness, and ultra-smooth 3,840Hz PWM dimming.
To protect users’ eyes during extended use, the device incorporates a comprehensive suite of eye comfort features such as Circadian Night Display, AI Defocus Display, Dynamic Dimming, and hardware-level low blue light protection, effectively reducing eye strain and fatigue.
At the heart of the HONOR X9d 5G lies the powerful Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, a big step from the previous generation, delivering smoother multitasking, faster gaming, and optimized battery efficiency. Designed for longevity, the device promises up to six years of lag-free performance.
Thanks to the new Lightweight OS Engine, everything feels faster, apps open twice as quickly, response speed is 71% quicker, and overall operation is 90% smoother. Plus, with the HONOR VC Ice Cooling System, the phone stays cool and steady even during intense use, so it’s always ready to keep up with users.
Durability in Its DNA
The HONOR X9d boasts an ultra-deep tempered glass reinforced with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, achieving a 31% deeper tempering depth for a stronger, more resilient screen. This means better protection against knocks and drops, keeping the HONOR X9d 5G display safe in tough conditions.
Based on users’ feedback, HONOR has also now switched the screen to a flat display design on the HONOR X9d 5G, which further enhances durability even more compared to curved screens, making the smartphone tougher and more practical daily use.
To enhance shock abscorption, HONOR leveraged on the phone's new structural design inspired by bulletproof technology, featuring a 6-layer shock-absorption framework protected by 8 industry patents. Together with HONOR's aerospace-grade non-Newtonian fluid layer that improves shock absorption by 300% at debut, these innovations deliver another 112% improvement in overall shock protection, setting a new benchmark for durability that safeguards the device from the inside out.
Watch the durability tests here:
For the first time in the X Series, the HONOR X9d 5G achieves IP69K industrial-grade water resistance, surpassing the previous IP66 and IP68 certifications and far exceeding the IP65M rating of the X9c 5G. This means the device can withstand extreme conditions such as immersion underwater at 6 meters, high-temperature splashes at 85°C, exposure to 18 types of liquids, and even 30-day submersion in 1-meter water. X9d also has Drainage and Dust Removal function, as well as AI Heavy Rain Touch and AI Glove Touch feature, ensuring the screen remains responsive in wet or gloved conditions.
Combining advanced technologies to resist scratches, drops, water damage and dust, the HONOR X9d 5G is the first smartphone to earn the prestigious SGS Triple-Resistant Premium Performance Certification. And in the case of accidentals, HONOR is offering a 1-Year Liquid Damage Protection Warranty with the purchase of the X9d 5G.
Big in Battery
The HONOR X9d 5G takes it even further with a massive 8300mAh battery, a big jump from the previous model’s 6600mAh. This means users can enjoy up to three full days of use on a single charge, plus 7 hours of standby time even when the battery is down to just 2%. Thanks to HONOR’s smart battery technology, the battery stays reliable for up to six years.
Even when the battery is just 2%, the MagicOS 9.0’s Ultra Power Saving Mode provides up to an hour of emergency calls or 24 minutes of WhatsApp messaging. Complementing this endurance, the device supports 66W HONOR SuperCharge for rapid recharging and 7.5W reverse charging, allowing it to double as a portable power bank for other devices.
Price, Colors, and Availability
The HONOR X9d 5G is available in two variants of 24GB RAM (inclusive of 12GB HONOR Turbo RAM) + 256 GB storage for RM1,499 and RM1,699 for the 512GB storage, comes in your favorite choices of Reddish Brown, Forest Green, Sunrise Gold, and Midnight Black. The HONOR X9d 5G will be available in stores nationwide starting 10 October 2025.
For more information about the HONOR X9d 5G, please visit HONOR Malaysia’s official website at www.honor.com/my/. Also, stay updated with ProductNation on here, Instagram & TikTok as well.
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