Honor has officially unveiled its latest smartphone, the Honor X70, and it’s turning heads with its standout feature — an enormous 8,300mAh silicon-carbon battery. This powerhouse of a device not only promises ultra-long battery life but also offers flagship-tier durability and high-end features typically seen in more premium models.
Charging is fast and flexible: all models support 80W wired charging, while the top-tier 512GB version adds support for 80W wireless charging, a rare find at this price point.
A Display That Defies the Elements
At the front, the Honor X70 features a 6.79-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 1200x2640px. The panel boasts a peak brightness of 6,000 nits, ensuring visibility even under harsh sunlight.
Honor has placed a strong focus on resilience. The display is protected by tempered glass on a multi-layer damping structure sitting atop a shock-absorbing frame and honeycomb bracket. The phone is IP66, IP68, and IP69-rated, drop-tested up to 2.5 meters, and waterproof up to 6 meters.
You can use the screen in heavy rain or while wearing gloves — a feature enhanced by the phone’s smart software integration.
Rugged, Smart, and AI-Enhanced
Running MagicOS 9.0, based on Android 15, the device is powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chipset, providing balanced performance for daily tasks and moderate gaming.
On the camera front, it houses a single 50MP wide-angle rear camera with PDAF and OIS, alongside an 8MP front-facing shooter for selfies and video calls. Though minimalistic in its lens count, Honor focuses on delivering sharp image processing through software optimization.
The phone includes YoYo AI Assistant, a unique addition that helps discharge dust and water from the device — making it ideal for outdoor and industrial users.
Colors, Configurations, and Pricing
The Honor X70 will be available in four eye-catching colors:
- Phantom Night Black
- Bamboo Green
- Cinnabar Red
- Moon Shadow White
It comes in four memory and storage options:
- 8/128GB for CNY 1,399 (~€167 / R 3 479,08)
- 8/256GB for CNY 1,599 (~€190 / R 3 958,24)
- 12/256GB for CNY 1,799 (~€215 / R 4 479,06)
- 12/512GB for CNY 1,999 (~€238 / R 4 958,21)
The device is currently up for pre-order and will officially begin shipping on July 18.
Built for the Tough and the Tech-Savvy
Whether you’re an adventurer, field worker, or simply someone tired of charging phones daily, the Honor X70 seems ready to deliver on all fronts. With military-grade resilience, a battery that dwarfs most competitors, and an affordable price, Honor may have just launched one of the most well-rounded rugged phones of 2025.
