The rumor mill is buzzing with whispers of a new tablet from Honor, potentially dubbed the Honor Pad 9. The first look at this much-anticipated device has possibly been leaked by the reputable leaker, Digital Chat Station, who has shared a schematic of what could be the upcoming Honor Pad 9.
The leaked image suggests a departure from the design style of previous Honor tablets. Contrasting the left-aligned capsule camera housing of the Honor Pad 8, the rumored Honor Pad 9 appears to have a centrally-placed Oreo-style camera ring on its rear.
Honor Pad 9 design schematics (leak)
The design schematic is reminiscent of the OnePlus Pad, showcasing the device’s rounded corners and a noticeable Honor logo emblazoned on the back. Although the schematic doesn't provide much additional information about the Honor Pad 9, it provides us a fair glimpse into the expected design.
Key Features and Certifications
The Honor Pad 9 has reportedly been granted 3C certification, which confirms the device will support 35W charging. The tablet is rumored to be powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, which was launched in 2022 and operates on Qualcomm’s 4nm manufacturing process. This processor boasts a maximum clock speed of 2.2GHz and is equipped with an Adreno 710 GPU.
Honor Pad 8 and Comparison
Additional details have emerged from the UAE’s TRDA certification, revealing the model number as HEY2-W09 and confirming that the device will be Wi-Fi only, similar to its predecessor, the Honor Pad 8.
While detailed specifications are still scarce, the Honor Pad 9, based on rumors, appears to be a mid-range device, likely continuing the basic functionality of the Pad 8.
The Honor Pad 8 is equipped with a 12-inch 2K LCD screen with a 10:6 aspect ratio, 1 billion colors, and a resolution of 2000 x 1200 pixels. It runs on a Snapdragon 680 processor and was first introduced in July 2022, indicating that a new model is indeed due.
Looking Ahead
More details about the Honor Pad 9 are expected to surface in the coming weeks. Therefore, keep an eye out for further updates!
