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HONOR 90 5G Review: World’s First Zero Flicker Display

The HONOR 90 5G with the World’s First Zero Flicker Display, an excellent midranger offering great performance, excellent camera quality, and a long-lasting battery life.

By Sylvester Sy
Published: September 1, 2023
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8.9 The World's First Zero Flicker Display smartphone
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Following the success of the HONOR X9a 5G, HONOR X7a, HONOR X8a, and HONOR Magic5 Pro earlier this year, the company is back with a new midrange smartphone, the HONOR 90 5G. 

The HONOR 90 5G has a 200MP main camera with a large 1/1.4-inch sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide and macro camera, and a 2MP depth camera. It also has a 6.7-inch AMOLED quad curved floating display with industry-leading Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Dimming technology that is TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free certified for a more comfortable, flicker-free viewing experience and less strain on the eyes.

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Unboxing/AccessoriesBuild Quality/DesignCameraPerformanceBatteryVerdictHONOR 90 5G SpecsPrice and availability

We were fortunate to get our hands on an early unit of the new HONOR 90 5G in the Emerald Green color variant, and after spending a few weeks thoroughly testing the device, here’s our full review of the HONOR 90 5G.

Unboxing/Accessories

The HONOR 90 5G arrived with the familiar white box with the model name printed in metallic silver. Inside the box, you will find the HONOR 90 5G handset, 66-watt HONOR SuperCharge charger, USB Type-A to USB Type-C data/charging cable, TPU Protective case for protection, paper documentation, and the SIM ejector tool.

What’s inside the box?

It’s great that HONOR included a USB-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter, allowing you to connect devices that use a standard 3.5 mm audio plug.

Build Quality/Design

The HONOR 90 5G is made from glass and polycarbonate materials, giving it a more premium look and feel to it. The device has a sleek and modern design that is sure to catch eyes. Its small profile and light weight make it comfortable to hold and easy to carry.

The SIM tray supports 2x nano SIM

Additionally, another notable feature of the Honor 90 5G is that it supports electronic SIM technology.

While the volume rocker and the power button are on the right side.
The bottom part of the phone has a SIM tray, microphone, USB Type-C port, and speaker grille.

In front, the HONOR 90 5G comes with a 6.7-inch AMOLED quad-curved floating display with a 120Hz Refresh Rate, 2664 x 1200 resolution at 435 ppi, and an industry-leading Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Dimming technology which is said to reduce eye strain in low brightness. 

While at the back, the HONOR 90 5G features a triple-camera setup at the back including a 200MP f/1.9 Ultra-Clear Camera, 12MP f/2.2 Ultra Wide with Macro Camera, and a 2MP f/2.4 Depth Camera.

In terms of color options, the new HONOR 90 5G smartphone is available in Diamond Silver, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black color variants. The one we got was the Emerald Green colorway which is an absolute stunner and easily stands out in a sea of more common color choices.

If you want to listen to music, the HONOR 90 5G has a Type-C USB port on the bottom but no 3.5 mm socket; thankfully, HONOR includes a USB-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter, which allows you to connect devices that use a conventional 3.5 mm audio plug.

The HONOR 90 5G has a sleek and stylish design that is sure to turn heads. It also feels nice in your hand, and the buttons are easy to reach even when using just one hand. It is also pretty slim, fitting in my pocket without adding too much bulk to my skinny jeans.

Camera

Now let’s talk about the cameras. The Honor 90 5G, has a triple-camera system comprising a 200-megapixel Main Camera, a 12-megapixel Ultra Wide and Macro Camera, and a 2-megapixel Depth Camera at the back of the device with a 1/1.4-inch sensor. As a result, the back camera is excellent for shooting, regardless of the subject. The cameras are arranged in an elegant and harmonious “Mirror Luna” design featuring overlapping circles and ellipses, inspired by the dynamic beauty of moon phases.

When you open the camera app, six shooting options are available: aperture, night, portrait, photo, video, multi-video. likewise, you can also select more to access the pro, slow-mo, panorama, HDR photo, HDR video, time-lapse, stickers, super macro, high-res, solo cut, story, and scan document camera modes. The HONOR 90 5G’s camera app scores extra points for having an autofocus and face detection feature that ensures the images are sharp.

The HONOR 90 5G features a 50MP wide selfie camera with an aperture of f/2.4 and a 100° field of angle. It produces a decent amount of detail and high contrast in daylight scenarios. In low light, the camera pulled out decent colors. Saturation is acceptable, though image noise is more visible.

The 200MP main camera of the Honor 90 5G produces beautiful photos with remarkable detail and clarity, even when faced with challenging low-light situations.

Here are some sample photos using HONOR 90 5G

Performance

The HONOR 90 5G is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition, which has a 20% better GPU and 30% better AI performance than its predecessor.

According to our benchmark test results, the phone received 734734 points on the AnTuTu benchmark, really good for a mid-range smartphone.

PCMark Work 3.0 performance
Geekbench scores
3DMark benchmark results
AnTuTu Benchmark

The HONOR 90 5G’s MagicOS 7.1, which is based on Android 13, provides users with an assortment of enhanced smart features such as Magic Text, which provides users with a smart life experience while also maximizing productivity.

For audio, the HONOR 90 5G features a single downward-firing speaker grill that provides decent audio quality. Consider using earbuds or headphones if you want a more immersive sound experience.

Playing graphically-demanding gaming titles such as Call of Duty, and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang at their highest settings on the HONOR 90 5G has been a seamless experience. In fact, I’ve been enjoying these games on the HONOR 90 5G for two weeks now.

Battery

The HONOR 90 5G has a large 5000mAh battery that can easily last a full day with moderate to heavy usage. The device can provide up to 19.5 hours of continuous video streaming on a single charge. When the battery is low, The phone draws power from a 66W HONOR SuperCharge charger capable of refueling the battery from 0% to 100% in about 49 minutes.

PCMark Work 3.0 battery life

Verdict

If you are looking for a smartphone that combines high performance, an exceptional camera, and a stunning display, the HONOR 90 5G stands out as an excellent choice. With its camera’s ability to capture images with precise color reproduction and striking contrast, this premium mid-range smartphone delivers exceptional value for your investment.

HONOR 90 5G Specs

Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED Quad Curved Floating Display with 120Hz Refresh Rate, 2664 x 1200 resolution at 435 ppi, 1.07 Billion colors, 100% DCI-P3, HDR 10+

CPU: 2.5GHz 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Accelerated Edition 5G processor

GPU: Adreno 644

Memory: ROM: 512GB RAM: 12GB 

Rear Camera: 200MP f/1.9 Ultra-Clear Camera, 12MP f/2.2 Ultra Wide with Macro Camera, 2MP f/2.4 Depth Camera, and LED flash.

Front Camera: 50MP f/2.4 Front Wide Camera

Battery: 5,000mAh w/ 66W HONOR SuperCharge

OS: MagicOS 7.1 (Based on Android 13)

Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 (2.4GHz/5GHz) 2×2 MIMO, 5G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.2 (SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD) are supported, dual SIM (nano sim card)

Sensors: Gravity Sensor, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyroscope, Compass, NFC, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor

Others: In-Display fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, USB-C

Colors: Diamond Silver, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black

Dimensions: 161.9 mm x 74.1 mm x 7.8 mm

Weight: Approx. 183g (including the battery)

Price and availability

HONOR 90 5G is now available for only Php 24,990. It also comes in three colorways: Diamond Silver, Emerald Green, and Midnight Black. Visit any HONOR Kiosk and Partner Stores near you or check out HONOR’s official online stores via Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok.

HONOR Fans can also avail of the HONOR 90 5G via Home Credit for as low as Php 1,002 per month on a 0% interest installment payment.

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HONOR 90 5G: Verdict
The World's First Zero Flicker Display smartphone 8.9
Design & Build 9
Display 9.5
Performance 9
Camera 8.5
Value 8.5
Good Stuff eSIM compatible Flicker-free display Long battery life and fast charging 200MP Main Camera with a large 1/1.4-inch Sensor
Bad Stuff Doesn't have stereo speakers No dedicated telephoto lens
Summary
The HONOR 90 5G features an industry-leading 6.7-inch Quad-Curved Floating Display with eye-comfort technology, making it the best in its class. Additionally, it sports a 50MP selfie camera and a 200MP primary camera. a 5,000mAh battery that can easily last a day and a half, and 66W quick charging.
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