In summary
- Honor 500 is set to launch on 24 November
- Specs for both Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro have been leaked
- Impressive battery and performance features expected
Honor has officially announced the unveiling date for its upcoming Honor 500 smartphone. However, the excitement was slightly diminished by a recent leak revealing the full specifications of the device.
The brand took to Weibo to confirm that the Honor 500 series will be revealed on 24 November at 7:30pm China time, which translates to 11:30am in the UK.
Pre-order links are already live in China. The news would have been more thrilling if not for a leak that surfaced shortly after on the same platform.
Honor 500 Pro specifications
Renowned tipster Digital Chat Station shared detailed specifications for both the Honor 500 and the Honor 500 Pro on Weibo.
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The flagship Honor 500 Pro is expected to feature a 6.55-inch 2736 x 1264 (1.5K) 120Hz flat display with 3840Hz PWM dimming. It will also include a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
The device is likely to boast an all-metal frame and IP68, IP69, and IP69K dust and water resistance certifications. Additionally, the display will be complemented by stereo speakers, resembling the design of the Google Pixel 10.
Powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, the Honor 500 Pro will house an impressive 8000mAh battery supporting 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. Camera-wise, users can anticipate a 200MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a 50MP Sony IMX856 3X telephoto lens, along with a 50MP selfie camera.
Honor 500 specifications
The standard Honor 500 is expected to share similarities with the Pro model, featuring the same display and battery capacity. The camera setup is likely to be identical as well. However, the device will be powered by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC.
Comparable to the Poco F7 released in June, the Honor 500 is anticipated to deliver exceptional performance capabilities. Despite omitting the dedicated telephoto camera and wireless charging support, the device is expected to offer a compelling package considering the pricing.
Prior models like the Honor 400 received high praise for their premium aesthetics, impressive cameras, long-lasting battery, advanced AI functionalities, and reliable software support. The Honor 500 is poised to continue this trend and establish itself as a formidable mid-range contender.
While the Honor 400 Pro may not have been as groundbreaking, it still had its strengths and merits for potential buyers to consider.
This article delves into the anticipated features and specifications of Honor’s upcoming smartphones, the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro. With leaked details surfacing ahead of the official launch, expectations are running high for these new additions to the Honor lineup.
