Honor X9vsLenovo K12 Pro

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Honor
Honor X9
X9
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Honor X9's battery life is relatively decent but may not meet expectations for heavy users.
The Honor X9's display boasts a 94% screen-to-body ratio, offering an immersive viewing experience with smooth scrolling and fast-paced gaming.
The camera on the Honor X9 is decent, but lacks an ultra-wide-angle lens and exceptional zoom quality.
The Honor X9 boasts impressive performance credentials with seamless multitasking and smooth gaming experiences.
Lenovo
Lenovo K12 Pro
K12 Pro
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 662
RAM:4GB
Storage:64GB

Quick Stats

The Lenovo K12 Pro's battery life is exceptionally long, lasting up to two days without needing recharge.
The Lenovo K12 Pro's display is a highlight, offering a smooth and engaging user experience despite minor drawbacks overall.
The camera setup on Lenovo K12 Pro is impressive considering its budget-friendly price tag and features.
The Lenovo K12 Pro's performance is satisfactory for its price point, handling daily tasks decently overall.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Honor X9
2.40 GHz
Lenovo K12 Pro
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
Honor X9
8GB
Lenovo K12 Pro
4GB

Storage

Winner
Honor X9
128GB
Lenovo K12 Pro
64GB

Weight

Winner
Honor X9
189g
Lenovo K12 Pro
221g
Rank
Honor X9
Winner
#581
Lenovo K12 Pro
#749
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Honor X9
#660
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#758
Design
Honor X9
#215
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#757
Display
Honor X9
#556
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#762
Performance
Honor X9
#683
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#752
Battery
Honor X9
#424
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#697
Camera
Honor X9
#296
Winner
Lenovo K12 Pro
#439
item_phones_categoryId
Honor X9
#1
Tie
Lenovo K12 Pro
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Honor Honor X9
Lenovo Lenovo K12 Pro
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 662
CPU
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
4x Kryo 260 2.0 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
11
Frequency
2.40
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 610
Qualcomm Adreno 610
RAM
8
4
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
64
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in the back
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
N/A
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
249000
178220
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v8
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 59% of devices
Overall performance better than 54% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Honor X9

Strengths

The phone has a 120Hz display which provides an immersive experience with a 94 screen to body ratio.
It comes with a 66W charger that provides crazy fast charging speed, getting up to 50% charge in just 50 minutes.
The camera is decent and can take some cool shots, especially with the front selfie 16MP f/2.5 shooter.
It supports Google mobile services and Google app store right out of the box, giving you uninterrupted access to the Google Play Store.

Weaknesses

The camera is missing ultra-wide capabilities and has over-saturated zoom shots after a certain level (up to around 3x).
There's no 4K filming option for video recording.
Some games may not take advantage of the high screen refresh rate, resulting in average frame rates.
In bright outside lighting conditions, the display could have been brighter.

Lenovo K12 Pro

Strengths

The Lenovo K12 Pro has a competitive budget price of 8,490 pesos.
It comes with stock Android for a clean and straightforward user experience.
The phone features a massive 6.8-inch IPS MAX Vision display, making it great for watching videos or browsing the web.
The triple rear cameras provide good quality photos under good lighting conditions.
The phone has a large 6000mAh battery capacity, which provides excellent battery life.
It supports fast charging and 2.5W reverse charging, which is convenient.
The Lenovo K12 Pro runs smoothly for day-to-day tasks such as calls, social media scrolling, or video streaming.

Weaknesses

The phone has a large and thick design that can be difficult to handle one-handed.
It has sizable bezels and a slightly thicker chin on the display.
The screen resolution is only 720p, which may not be suitable for some users.
Audio quality is decent but lacks depth and bass, making it unsuitable for music lovers.
Gaming performance can be slow due to the Snapdragon 662 processor.
Face unlock can struggle in low-light scenarios.
The phone does not have a high refresh rate display.
Read Full Reviews

Honor X9

The Honor X9 is a mid-range smartphone that packs quite an impressive punch. With a 120Hz display, triple camera setup, fast charging, and support for Google apps, this device seems to check all the right boxes. We're also introduced to a newly independent Honor brand, which adds some excitement to the package. In this review, we'll delve into the key features of the X9, including its display, camera capabilities, performance, and battery life, to determine if it's worth considering in the mid-range market.

Lenovo K12 Pro

The Lenovo K12 Pro is a budget-friendly smartphone that promises to deliver on its price point. With stock Android, a massive 6.8-inch display, triple rear cameras, and a whopping 6000mAh battery, it's an intriguing option for those looking for a bang-for-your-buck entry-level device. Priced at PHP 8,490, this phone offers impressive specs, including a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor and 4GB of RAM. But can it keep up with other smartphones in its class? Let's dive into the details to find out.

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