Key Takeaways
1. The X70 is expected to have a 6.8-inch AMOLED display, improving on the LCD screen of the X60.
2. It will feature a trendy 1.5K resolution, similar to the X60 Pro.
3. The battery capacity is rumored to be at least 7,000mAh for the basic version.
4. The launch is anticipated in the last quarter of 2024, with Magic OS 9 pre-installed.
5. The shift from LCD to AMOLED may indicate Honor’s move away from LCD technology in Android smartphones.
The X70 is now expected to feature a display of around 6.8 inches diagonally, similar to its previous model. However, Honor is believed to be enhancing this screen to AMOLED technology, while the X60 was equipped with an LCD screen when it was released in late 2024.
Display and Resolution
Rumor has it that the new model will sport a trendy 1.5K resolution, closely resembling the 6.78-inch X60 Pro. Renowned leaker Digital Chat Station has indicated that the X70 will likely carry a battery with a minimum capacity of 7,000mAh, even though it’s the most basic version in the upcoming series.
Release Timeline
The X70 could potentially be launched alongside its Pro counterpart in the last quarter of 2024, and it may come pre-installed with Magic OS 9 right from the start.
It will be fascinating to determine if this successor to the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra-driven X60 can maintain its initial price of 1,199 yuan (approximately $167) despite the anticipated enhancements at its launch.
Future of LCD Technology
As for the LCD display, Digital Chat Station views this rumored shift at Honor as more proof of its removal from the Android smartphone scene, though it may still remain a choice for some budget-friendly tablets in the future.