HonorTech just unveiled the HONOR X9b 5G smartphone in the Indian market. The HONOR X9b is a premium mid-range handset that features ultra-bounce 360° anti-drop resistance offering drop resistance up to 1.5 meters. Other highlights include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, 108MP rear cameras, and more.
The HONOR X9b will compete against the premium mid-range smartphones including Realme 12 Pro+, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, and iQOO Neo 7 Pro. In this article, let us put HONOR X9b, Realme 12 Pro+, and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ in terms of price, specifications, and features.
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HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Specs at Glance
HONOR X9b
Realme 12 Pro+
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
Display
6.78-inch Curved AMOLED
120Hz, 1.5K, 1200nits
6.7-inch Curved AMOLED
120Hz, FHD+, 950nits
6.67-inch Curved AMOLED
120Hz, 1.5K, 1800nits
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra
Software
MagicOS 7.2
Android 13
Realme UI 5.0
Android 14
MIUI 14
Android 13
Camera
108MP Shooter
5MP Ultrawide Sensor
2MP Macro Lens
50MP Sony IMX890 (OIS)
64MP 3x Telephoto
8MP Ultrawide Lens
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Price in India
Smartphone
Configuration
Price
HONOR X9b
8GB + 256GB
Rs 25,999
Realme 12 Pro+
8GB + 128GB
Rs 29,999
8GB + 256GB
Rs 31,999
12GB + 256GB
Rs 33,999
Redmi Note 13 Pro+
8GB + 256GB
Rs 31,999
12GB + 256GB
Rs 33,999
12GB + 512GB
Rs 35,999
The HONOR X9b is relatively cheaper compared to the Realme 12 Pro+ and Redmi Note 13 Pro+. It offers drop resistance up to 1.5 meters, which no other smartphone in the segment offers.
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Design
All three devices come with interesting designs and are safely attractive choices. The HONOR X9b, Realme 12 Pro+, and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ feature curved display with centred punch hole notch resulting in an overall premium design. The Realme 12 Pro+ comes in Submarine Blue, Explorer Red, and Navigator Beige colour options and all three variants have vegan leather back panels.
The HONOR X9b comes in Sunrise Orange and Midnight Black colour options, of which the Sunrise Orange has a leather textured back panel. Whereas, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is available for purchase in Fusion Purple, Fusion White, and Fusion Black colour variants, of which the Fusion Purple has a vegan leather back panel.
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Display
The HONOR X9b and Redmi Note 13 Pro+ feature a higher resolution 1.5K display compared to the Full HD+ display on the Realme 12 Pro+. However, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ has a brighter display with 1,800nits peak brightness and also supports Dolby Vision, so it might be a better device for content consumption.
HONOR has been advertising the shatter-resistance nature of the HONOR X9b display. For those unaware, the HONOR smartphone comes with ultra-bounce 360° anti-drop resistance offering drop resistance up to 1.5 meters, so for those having buttery fingers, the HONOR X9b might bring some relief.
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Performance
HONOR X9b: The HONOR X9b is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC which brings with it an integrated Adreno 710 GPU and 8GB of RAM.
Realme 12 Pro+: The Realme 12 Pro+ sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC with comes coupled with Adreno 710 GPU and up to 12GB LPDDR4X RAM.
Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Powering the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is a MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Ultra processor which features an integrated Mali G610GPU, Imagiq 765 ISP, and up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM.
Theoretically, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ should offer better performance compared to the remaining two devices since it sports a beefier MediaTek Dimensity 7200 processor and faster LPDDR5 RAM. If performance is your topmost priority, the HONOR X9b might not be the ideal choice.
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Software
Realme 12 Pro+ ships with the latest Android 14. However, it’s not clear how many Android version upgrades the Realme 12 Pro+ is eligible for. On the other hand, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is confirmed to get three Android version updates, so it will be updated to Android 16 in the future, taking a lead in this department.
HONOR X9b comes pre-loaded with Android 13 and is eligible for two Android version upgrades, which means Android 15 will be the last platform version upgrade for the handset.
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Camera
In terms of camera, the Realme 12 Pro+ gets an advantage over the competition as it is one of the few devices in the segment to feature a telephoto lens. The Realme 12 Pro+ is a good choice for those looking for a camera-centric smartphone. For those number-centric, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ can be a good choice as it features a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP3 sensor.
As compared to the HONOR X9b, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and the Realme 12 Pro+ can be more attractive given that these two support OIS.
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Battery
The HONOR X9b features the largest capacity battery out of three devices but it is also the one with the slowest charging speed. However, 45W fast charging should be fast enough for most people, if you haven’t been spoiled by crazy 80W, 100W, or 120W fast charging standards. If this appeals to you more, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+’s 120W fast charging is sure to attract.
HONOR X9b vs Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+: Verdict
The HONOR X9b, based on specifications, seems like a capable mid-range smartphone with ultra-bounce 360° anti-drop resistance. However, except for the drop-resistance certification (which may not be a priority for buyers), there is nothing which can make the device stand tall in front of the competition.
The Realme 12 Pro and Realme 12 Pro+ make a strong case for themselves with the presence of a telephoto sensor. Similarly, the Redmi Note 13 Pro and Redmi Note 13 Pro+, with their performance and display, manage to stand out from the competition.
