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Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:11.5 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 685

Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 16 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.1

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.0

Reviews score

10%

7.1

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 70% of tablets
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 86%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

6.9

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.7

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

6.0

Audio

â–²Better than 70%
8.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

8.2

Popularity

Grades by review (16)
7 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 60%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £150
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
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What reviewers say about the Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB)

Based on 7 · 10

Reviewers like the speakers, display and smooth multitasking, but performance divides opinion and the cameras are widely panned.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB)

Based on 173 owners sharing their experience in online comments

41%positive8%mixed51%negative

Owners praise the large screen and low price, but software quirks, playback limits, and missing connectivity frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • Video apps stop at 1080p even with 4K or 2K set, and 2K videos stutter; the 2K screen is for the interface only.8
  • Wi-Fi-only versions have no SIM slot, so they cannot make calls or use mobile data outdoors.8
  • Owners report no palm rejection, so stylus notes are hard, some third-party pens lag or skip, and one says there is no stylus support.7
  • Owners say volume is low for music and films, even with headphones, and speakers can jump from too quiet to loud and distorted.6
  • Some owners cannot join an iPhone Wi-Fi hotspot, and others get no internet despite showing a signal.5
  • Some apps, such as certain video and social media apps, stay upright instead of rotating to landscape, while others rotate normally.5
  • Owners say the box charger is slow and a phone charger can take a full day; a 66W or higher charger is recommended.5
  • Some apps are unavailable or missing5
  • Owners say a USB-C to HDMI adapter does not display on a projector or screen, and the tablet does not detect it.4
  • Owners say the screen peaks at about 70 to 92Hz, not the advertised 120Hz, and PUBG ran at around 30 frames.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

22%

6.9

Performance

20%

6.9

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

7.1

Battery

12%

7.3

Connectivity

8%

8.7

Software

5%

6.0

Design

3%

6.0

Audio

7.1
Reviews score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

8.1
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 4 GB of RAM, which is more than 47.2% of tablets and equal to 17.8% of tablets.
Process node
6 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 6 nm process, which is smaller than 76.1% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than 56.2% of tablets and equal to 20% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
474 points
Market range: <233 points – >2.3k points
This tablet scores 474 points in single-core tests, which is lower than 58.8% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, which is more advanced than 60.6% of tablets and equal to 0.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2000×1200
This tablet has a 2000×1200 screen, which is sharper than 58.1% of tablets and equal to 8.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 120 Hz screen, which is smoother than 80.3% of tablets and equal to 10.9% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
203 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 203 ppi, which is lower than 62.8% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
This tablet protects its screen with Tempered Glass, which is less durable than 78% of tablets and the same as 19.6% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 5 MP resolution, which is lower than 63.7% of tablets and equal to 26% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.2, which is wider than 30.1% of tablets and equal to 27.3% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
7,250 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 7,250 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 60% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Charging speed
22.5 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 22.5 W, which is faster than 66.6% of tablets and equal to 2.4% of tablets.
Battery life
13 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 13 hours, which is longer than that of 76.1% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
local video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
yes
This tablet supports on-device AI. 71.7% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
yes
This tablet supports app tracking protection. 71.6% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
499 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 499 g, which is heavier than 53.1% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
6
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 6 speakers, which is more than in 93.7% of tablets and equal to the number in 2.6% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • 40% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 4 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (6 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    6 vs 2
  • 1.4 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 14.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
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    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (16)
    7 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 9 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.0 vs 7.0
  • 7.6% better value for money
    Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average tablet (8.13 vs 7.6).
    8.13 vs 7.55
  • 73.3% cheaper
    Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average tablet (£150 vs £260).
    £150 vs £260
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 40% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 610 vs Mali-G51
  • 93.8% faster GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU faster than the average tablet (1,260 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    1,260 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 57.1% smaller process node
    This tablet has a smaller process node than the average tablet (6 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    6 nm vs 14 nm
  • 124 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (128 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    128 vs 4
  • More advanced memory type
    This tablet uses more advanced memory than the average tablet (LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3).
    LPDDR4X vs LPDDR3
  • 2x more internal storage
    This tablet has more internal storage than the average tablet (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 years newer
    This tablet was released more recently than the average tablet (2023 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2019
  • 2x faster refresh rate
    This tablet has a faster refresh rate than the average tablet (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The average tablet has a 60 Hz refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Supports adaptive refresh rate
    This tablet has adaptive refresh rate, the average tablet does not. 17.7% of tablets support adaptive refresh rate.
  • 1.4 inches larger screen
    This tablet has a larger screen than the average tablet (11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    11.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1603:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,603:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2000×1200 vs 1920×1200).
    2,000×1,200 vs 1,920×1,200
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • 3 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (13 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    local video playback
    13 hours vs 10 hours
  • 25% faster charging
    This tablet charges faster than the average tablet (22.5 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    22.5 W vs 18 W
  • 9.8% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (7,250 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    7,250 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This tablet has a newer Bluetooth version than the average tablet (5.1 vs 5).
    5.1 vs 5
  • Includes on-device AI
    This tablet includes on-device AI, the average tablet does not. 28.3% of tablets include on-device AI.
  • Supports live text recognition
    This tablet supports live text recognition, while the average tablet does not. 35.1% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports app tracking protection
    This tablet supports app tracking protection, while the average tablet does not. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports extra dim mode
    This tablet supports extra dim mode, while the average tablet does not. 35.9% of tablets offer this.
  • Includes clipboard warnings
    This tablet has clipboard warnings, the average tablet does not. 40.3% of tablets include clipboard warnings.
  • 1.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.9 mm vs 8 mm
  • 4 more speakers
    This tablet has more speakers than the average tablet (6 vs 2). The average tablet has 2 speakers.
    6 vs 2
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.3% of tablets support LDAC.
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.
  • 92 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (267.3 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    267.3 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 8.1% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (203 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    203 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • 35% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (474 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    474 points vs 729 points
  • 35% lower single-core score
    This tablet has a lower single-core score than the average tablet (474 points vs 729 points). The average tablet scores 729 points in single-core tests.
    474 points vs 729 points
  • 16.9% lower multi-core score
    This tablet has a lower multi-core score than the average tablet (1,572 points vs 1,891 points). The average tablet scores 1,891 points in multi-core tests.
    1,572 points vs 1,891 points
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 8.1% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (203 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    203 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 1 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • 3 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (5 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    5 MP vs 8 MP
  • No Ethernet support
    This tablet does not have Ethernet support, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets support Ethernet.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 92 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (267.3 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    267.3 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • No headphone jack
    This tablet does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack, while the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

5.0
Sabeela Anaan
≈ estimated
25/03/2024
Hands-on test · note taking and drawing with a stylus
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 4G is hard to use for notes and drawing without a graphics tablet.
9.0
Lim Reviews
≈ estimated
22/09/2023
Hands-on review · LTE, keyboard, multi-device and speaker tests
Verdict
Honor Pad X9 4G is strong value for a budget tablet, with LTE and useful phone-sync features.
8.0
KLGadgetTV
≈ estimated
21/08/2023
Hands-on review · display, speakers, gaming and battery
Verdict
Honor Pad X9 4G is a decent everyday tablet with a great-value keyboard bundle, though it is weak for gaming.
9.0
Typical Tech Lad
≈ estimated
13/07/2023
Unboxing and review · battery and app tests
Verdict
Honor Pad X9 4G is very impressive for the price, though its cameras are nothing special.
9.0
Sabeela Anaan
≈ estimated
17/09/2024
Long-term test · 10 months of daily use
Verdict
Honor Pad X9 4G still feels good after ten months and is fantastic value, though battery life falls short.
8.0
TreeTanksDev
✓ explicit
26/01/2024
Long-term test · one month of daily use, short review
Verdict
Honor Pad X9 4G is strong value for the price and recommended unless you need good photos or video.
7.0
YugaTech
≈ estimated
06/10/2023
Hands-on review · benchmarks, charging and camera tests
Verdict
Honor Pad X9 4G is decent for productivity, social media and media, but weak for gaming and photos.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
17/08/2023
One-week test · Budget tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 is a solid general-use tablet for streaming and light tasks, but its pushy setup and data prompts make it far from stock Android.
8.0
pocketnow.com
✓ explicit
23/08/2023
Full review · Everyday tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 is a well-built budget tablet with a 120Hz screen and a full day of battery, though it struggles in direct sunlight.
8.0
stuff.tv
≈ estimated
07/07/2023
Hands-on impressions · Big-screen tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 offers one of the biggest, brightest screens at its price, though it is unlikely to be the most powerful tablet.
9.0
hitechcentury.com
≈ estimated
06/07/2023
Full review · Student tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 suits students with 4G LTE, a keyboard case in some markets and enough speed for schoolwork, though it has no dust or water resistance.
6.4
gsmarena.com
✓ explicit
24/11/2023
Lab tests · Media tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 is an inexpensive media tablet with a large 120Hz screen and six speakers, though its 4GB of RAM may limit its longevity.
8.0
cnetfrance.fr
≈ estimated
03/02/2024
Full review · Family tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 is a solid family tablet with a smooth 120Hz screen, but its battery lasts only about a day and a half.
8.0
fr.techreviewer.de
≈ estimated
09/07/2023
Hands-on impressions · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Honor Pad X9 is a light tablet with a large, smooth 120Hz screen, but this launch-event hands-on could not fully test its sound.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Large 11.5-inch 120Hz 2K display provides smooth scrolling and vibrant visuals.
  • Immersive audio from a six-speaker surround system that is powerful and clear.
  • Premium-feeling aluminum unibody design that is slim (6.9mm) and relatively lightweight.
  • Excellent value for money, often cited as one of the best budget tablets in its price bracket.
  • Snappy performance for everyday tasks like web browsing, streaming, and social media.
  • Includes GPS (specifically in the LTE/4G model) for navigation and location-based apps.

What customers don't like about Honor Pad X9 4G (4GB + 128GB)

  • Extremely slow charging with the included 10W adapter, taking nearly 5 hours for a full charge.
  • Lack of essential hardware features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD card slot for expansion.
  • The Snapdragon 685 processor can struggle with demanding 3D games and heavy multitasking.
  • No fingerprint sensor; relies on less secure facial recognition or passcodes.
  • Pushy software during setup that repeatedly encourages signing up for a first-party Honor account.
  • LCD screen brightness (400 nits) can make outdoor viewing difficult in direct sunlight.

Verdict

The Honor Pad X9 4G is a sleek, all-metal tablet featuring an 11.5-inch 2K (2000x1200) LCD display with a fluid 120Hz refresh rate and an 86% screen-to-body ratio. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 4G chipset with 4GB of RAM (expandable via RAM Turbo) and 128GB of internal storage, running on MagicOS 7.1 based on Android 13. Its standout characteristics include a premium 6.9mm thin design weighing 499g, a powerful six-speaker surround sound system, and a long-lasting 7250mAh battery supporting up to 13 hours of video playback. Main pros include its exceptionally smooth display for the price, robust audio quality, and generous storage capacity. However, cons include basic 5MP front and rear cameras that struggle in low light, a lack of expandable microSD storage on certain models, and a peak brightness of 400 nits that may be insufficient for outdoor use in direct sunlight.

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