Honor is reportedly developing the X80, a new entry-level smartphone featuring a massive 10,000mAh battery, according to recent leaks. The device is expected to succeed the Honor X70 and could launch in India.
Key Takeaways
- Honor X80 may feature a massive 10,000mAh battery
- Expected to sport a 6.8-inch 1.5K display and Snapdragon 7-series chip
- Could launch in India under Rs 20,000
Major Battery Upgrade Leaked
Tipsters Digital Chat Station and HTCMania suggest the Honor X80 could use a 10,000mAh battery, which would be the largest ever on an Honor smartphone. A Chinese 3C certification reportedly revealed a battery with 9,755mAh rated capacity, indicating the typical capacity might exceed 10,000mAh.
Display and Performance Specifications
The device is said to feature a 6.8-inch LTPS display with 1.5K resolution and rounded corners, slightly larger than the X70’s 6.79-inch panel. It’s reportedly powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7-series processor, positioning it as a performance-focused entry-level smartphone.
Honor Power 2 Also in Development
Leaks also mention another device called ‘Honor Power 2’ with a similar 10,000mAh battery but potentially using a MediaTek Dimensity 8500 chipset. This suggests Honor is preparing multiple long-battery-life phones for 2025.
How It Compares to Honor X70
The X80 represents significant upgrades over the X70, which featured:
- 8,300 mAh battery with 80W fast charging
- 6.79-inch 1.5K 120Hz display
- Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 processor
- Up to 12GB RAM + 512GB storage
- 50MP AI camera, 8MP selfie camera
- IP66 + IP68 + IP69 durability ratings
- Starting price of CNY 1,399 (approx. Rs 16,000)
India Launch Possibility and Expected Pricing
While official pricing remains unknown, the Honor X80 is positioned as an entry-level device and could be priced under Rs 20,000 in India. With Honor’s ongoing global expansion efforts, an India launch appears plausible if the brand continues its comeback trajectory.
