Honor has officially launched the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro smartphones in China, following a wave of teasers. The new lineup aims to deliver top-tier performance, extended battery life, and an enhanced visual experience in a slim form factor.

Honor 500 and 500 Pro Specifications

Both models feature a 6.55-inch flat AMOLED panel with a 1.5K resolution (2736×1264 pixels), offering a high pixel density of 460 PPI. The display supports a 120Hz refresh rate and 10-bit color depth, with up to 6000 nits of peak brightness. Honor has included its second-generation Motion Blur Relief Display tech, which automatically activates in moving vehicles. The bezels measure just 1.05mm, which Honor claims is the narrowest in the industry.

The Honor 500 is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset built on a 4nm process, while the Honor 500 Pro gets an upgrade to the Snapdragon 8 Elite platform built on 3nm architecture. Both devices support the Honor Phantom Engine, allowing the phones to maintain stable 120fps in a popular MOBA game, with the 1% low frame rate hitting 118.4fps and a claimed “0.00% jitter rate.”

Both smartphones run on Android 16-based MagicOS 10.0. The custom interface supports advanced photography features and cross-platform file sharing, including a new iOS Tap-to-Transfer option that can transfer ten Live Photos in a second.

The Honor 500 series is equipped with a 200MP main camera using a 1/1.4-inch CMOS sensor, which Honor claims is the largest in its class at this price point. Both models include a 12MP ultra-wide camera with autofocus, while the Pro version adds a 50MP 3X telephoto portrait lens with optical image stabilization.

On the front, both models carry a 50MP selfie camera with support for 4K video and a dedicated 3D depth camera for enhanced portrait shots. They also feature a dedicated camera shortcut key on the side that allows instant access to the camera app, even when the screen is off.

The lineup packs an 8000mAh battery, which Honor claims is the largest in its class while still maintaining a slim 7.75mm profile. The phones support 80W wired fast charging, 27W reverse wired charging, and 50W wireless charging (Pro only).

Honor includes IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance. The Pro variant features an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, while the regular model uses an optical one.

Pricing and Availability

Honor 500:

• 12GB + 256GB: 2,699 yuan ($380)
• 12GB + 512GB: 2,999 yuan ($421)
• 16GB + 512GB: 3,299 yuan ($464)

Honor 500 Pro:

• 12GB + 256GB: 3,599 yuan ($506)
• 12GB + 512GB: 3,899 yuan ($548)
• 16GB + 512GB: 4,199 yuan ($590)
• 16GB + 1TB: 4,799 yuan ($675)

The phones are available in four colors: Moonlight Silver, Ocean Blue, Starlight Pink, and Obsidian Black, and will go on sale beginning November 27 at 10 AM.

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Late November is turning into a packed launch season. Huawei has already locked in a Mate-series event, OnePlus is expected to follow soon, and now Honor is joining the rush. 

The company has officially confirmed that its new Honor 500 series will debut in China on November 24th at 19:30 local time.

Honor says the lineup will include two models: the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro. The company has already revealed its basic design, which is an iPhone Air-style horizontal camera module paired with a flat back panel. 

And while Honor hasn’t announced full specs yet, earlier reports have given us a good idea of what to expect. 

Honor 500 Pro

The Pro model is expected to feature a 6.55-inch display with a 2736×1264 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. 

Inside, the Honor 500 Pro is rumored to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, Qualcomm’s top-tier processor. It could be paired with up to 16GB of RAM and a huge 1TB of storage, though the base model will likely start at 12GB/256GB.

Keeping everything powered is a massive 8000mAh silicon battery, combined with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. Both phones are expected to ship with MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.

Honor is also aiming high with its camera hardware. The Pro may house a 200MP main sensor, though one well-known leaker, DCS, claims that early prototype image quality might not fully translate to production models due to “limitations in image processing.” 

The phone is also tipped to include a 64MP periscope camera, an ultra-wide shooter, a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, and Honor’s own C1+ RF chip for better signal performance.

Honor 500

The regular Honor 500 will also feature a 6.55-inch OLED display, 1.5K resolution, and a 120Hz refresh rate (via DCS). Both models are expected to come with a 50MP front camera.

On the back, the Honor 500 could ship with a 200MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide lens. It’s rumored to run on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, a toned-down version of Qualcomm’s flagship processor, but still plenty capable.

Like the Pro, the standard model may also get an 8000mAh battery, this time with 80W charging, though wireless charging could remain exclusive to the Pro. Other specs include dual stereo speakers, an E2 energy efficiency chip, and IP68/IP69/IP69K chip.

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Honor has finally revealed the design of the Honor 500 series after teasing it for the past few days. The confirmation comes from Honor’s latest promotional poster, which also discloses the first official look at the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro. While the Honor 500 series is up for reservations in China, it is yet to confirm the launch date.

Honor 500 series design officially revealed

The above image reveals that Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro share the same overall design language, with both featuring a horizontal camera bar layout. However, the Pro version adds an extra circular module on the right side.

Honor has adopted a unibody cold-carved back panel similar to the technique used on recent premium devices. Another highlight is the dedicated photo button on the side of the Pro variant (not visible in the above image), which can possibly support quick capture actions, custom settings and potentially AI-related shortcuts. Both phones are expected to come in four colors blue, pink, silver and black.

Honor 500, 500 Pro specifications (rumored)

The Honor 500 lineup is expected to feature a 6.55-inch OLED screen with 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate and 4,320Hz PWM dimming. Camera hardware may include a 50-megapixel selfie camera, a 200-megapixel main sensor with OIS and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, while the 500 Pro could further include a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto unit.

Powering the series could be the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Snapdragon 8 Elite chipsets. The phones are tipped to carry an 8,000mAh battery, with the Pro variant supporting 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging.

On the software side, the devices are expected to run MagicOS 10 based on Android 16. Additional features may include dual speakers, infrared, NFC and IP68 or IP69 certification for dust and water resistance. The Honor 500 series is rumored to launch in China on Nov. 24.

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Honor has officially teased its upcoming 500 series smartphones through its Weibo handle. The lineup, which includes the Honor 500 and the Honor 500 Pro, is said to feature “all-round flagship-level configurations.” The brand has not disclosed launch details or specifications, but early leaks and official teasers give a fair idea of what to expect.

Honor 500 series’ design teased

According to Honor’s teaser images, both models will feature an ultra-slim body, confirming earlier leaks that suggested a sleek and lightweight design. Another poster (shown below) that is being circulated in Chinese social media platforms show that the series will introduce a new horizontal racetrack-style rear camera layout that bears resemblance to the iPhone Air’s design language.

The Honor 500 will feature a dual-camera setup, while the Honor 500 Pro model will include three cameras arranged horizontally. Notably, the Pro version seems to feature a dedicated camera button, enabling quick capture and zoom controls.

Honor’s engineer mentioned that the entire lineup will run on Snapdragon 8 series chipsets and come with enhanced gaming performance powered by the brand’s Phantom Engine 3.0 technology.

Honor 500, 500 Pro specifications (rumored)

As per early reports, the Honor 500 series will feature a 6.55-inch OLED display with 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 4,320Hz PWM dimming. The phones are expected to ship with MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.

Camera specifications include a 50-megapixel front shooter, a 200-megapixel OIS-enabled main sensor, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, while the Pro model could add a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto lens.

Powering the devices are expected to be Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 and Snapdragon 8 Elite chips, supported by an 8,000mAh battery with 80W fast charging and 50W wireless charging for the Pro. Additional features may include dual speakers, infrared, NFC, and IP68/69 dust and water resistance.

The Honor 500 series is speculated to launch in China on Nov. 24.

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Honor is currently busy prepping for the launch of Honor 500 smartphones. But before the reveal, the company shared some numbers on how well its predecessor had done in terms of sales.

The company’s President of Sales and Service, Wang Ban, announced that the Honor 400 series has surpassed 6 million global shipments. In the same post on Weibo, he also dropped the first official teaser for the upcoming Honor 500 series, which is rumored to feature an “iPhone Air–like” design.

The Honor 400 series was first launched globally on May 22 this year, followed by its China release on May 28. 

The phone’s sales jumped 195% compared to the Honor 300 series and 138% higher than the Honor 200 lineup in China. This was Honor’s best first-day sales performance in the past three years.

Honor 400 was also a hit globally

The momentum carried over to international markets, too. At its global debut, sales reportedly were two to three times higher than those of the previous generation. 

By June 30, the Honor 400 series had already reached 1 million activations worldwide, making it the fastest Honor phone to cross that mark in nearly three years. By early September, that number climbed past 3 million, and now, the 6 million milestone confirms its lasting demand.

As for what’s next, the Honor 500 series appears to be just around the corner. While Honor hasn’t shared a specific date, Wang Ban’s recent teaser suggests the launch could happen before the end of this month. 

Meanwhile, the Honor 500 series has been spotted in real life for the first time during the diving finals of the 15th National Games of China.

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At the recent 15th National Games of China diving finals, Olympic champion Chen Yuxi not only took home the gold medal but also drew attention for another reason. During the award ceremony, she took out a yet-to-be-released Honor smartphone to take a selfie, marking the first public appearance of the upcoming Honor 500 series. This surprise reveal has generated excitement among fans eager to learn more about Honor’s latest device.

Honor 500 appears in real

Based on the event footage shared by Honor Performance Optimization R&D engineer A Yong, the Honor 500 features a refreshed horizontal camera layout that mirrors the style of the iPhone Air. Its dual-camera module adopts a unique runway-style design, consistent with previously leaked sketches. As per reports, the Honor 500 Pro will use a similar setup but include a triple-camera system for advanced photography.

The same Honor engineer recently confirmed that the series will feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8-series processors, ensuring both long battery endurance and smooth gaming through the upgraded Phantom Engine 3.0. The standard Honor 500 is expected to run on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, whereas the Pro model may feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Both phones may house a massive battery capacity of around 8,000mAh with 100W charging support.

The Honor 500 is said to include a 200-megapixel main sensor and an ultra-wide lens, while the Pro version’s rear camera setup could include a 200-megapixel main camera, an ultra-wide lens, and a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. Both models are expected to feature a 6.5-inch flat OLED 1.5K 120Hz screen, wireless charging, and IP68/69-level water resistance. The Honor 500 series has already received network certification and is expected to be officially announced later this month.

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Recently, an Honor phone with model number MEY-AN00 appeared in the Geekbench database. Since it was found to be equipped with a Snapdragon 8-series chip, it initially appeared to be the Honor 500 Pro. However, new Weibo posts from tipster Fixed-focus Digital and an Honor engineer reveal that the MEY-AN00 model is the standard Honor 500.

Honor 500 series to feature Snapdragon 8-series chip

According to the tipster, the entire Honor 500 series will use Snapdragon 8-series chips this time. The standard model is said to upgrade directly to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, and its battery life reportedly reaches the “8-something” range, suggesting a battery capacity of around 8,000mAh.

Another tipster (Experience More) reveals that the Honor 500 Pro will have a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. However, it is unclear whether it will also have an 8,000mAh+ battery. The leak also suggests that the entire lineup may support wireless charging and offer full water resistance, which appears to be an IP68/69 rating.

Bolstering the above rumors, Honor Performance Optimization R&D engineer A Yong said that the chipset in their standard model (Honor 500) should be significantly stronger than the competitor’s Pro variant (referring to the Oppo Reno 15 Pro).

He added that he hopes the performance standards for devices in this segment will improve quickly so users can enjoy a better experience.

As per other reports, the Honor 500 series will have a 6.5-inch flat OLED 1.5K 120Hz screen. The standard model may feature a 200-megapixel + ultra-wide dual-camera system, whereas the Pro version’s rear camera setup may include a 200-megapixel main camera, an ultra-wide lens and a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. Both phones are expected to support 100W charging.

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Update: An Honor engineer has hinted that the Honor 500 has the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, while rumors suggest the Honor 500 Pro will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

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A new Honor smartphone bearing the model number MEY-AN00 has appeared on Geekbench, and the details that have surfaced through it suggest that it could be the upcoming Honor 500 Pro. The device was previously spotted on the 3C certification platform, hinting at fast charging capabilities. Its Geekbench entry reveals the chipset powering the phone, effectively ending earlier rumors that it would feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

Honor 500 Pro Geekbench listing

The Geekbench listing shows that the Honor MEY-AN00 phone is equipped with the Qualcomm SM8735 chip with four clusters, including a prime core clocked at 3.21GHz, along with Adreno 825 GPU. These details confirm that the device is powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 rather than the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Since Honor is known for using the Snapdragon 8-series chip for the Pro model, the MEY-AN00 appears to be the Honor 500 Pro.

The listing further reveals 16GB RAM and Android 16 out of the box. In performance tests, the device records 2113 in single-core and 6539 in multi-core scores on Geekbench 6.3.

Honor 500 Pro specifications (rumored)

According to recent reports, the Honor 500 Pro is expected to feature a 6.5-inch flat OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, along with a refreshed design featuring a horizontal camera bar on the back.

The camera module will include a 200-megapixel main camera with OIS, an ultra-wide lens, and a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B periscope telephoto lens for enhanced zoom. It may arrive with a substantial battery with 100W charging support.

The standard Honor 500, which is said to have the MEP-AN00 model number, is rumored to include the same display, a 200-megapixel dual-camera setup, 100W charging, and a Snapdragon 7-series chipset, which could be the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4.

Both models are expected to launch in China later this month. There is no confirmation yet on whether the Honor 500 series will be released in global markets.

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Honor is expected to announce the Honor 500 series later this month in China. While the company is likely to start teasing its key features soon, a new leak from reliable tipster Digital Chat Station has revealed the design of the Honor 500 series. As can be seen below, the new lineup will sport a horizontal camera bar similar to the Apple iPhone Air and Google Pixel phones.

Honor 500 series design revealed

The sketches shared by the tipster show that the Honor 500 series will sport a horizontal camera deco and a flat display with large, rounded corners. The design appears quite refined now compared to the previous generation, claims the tipster.

The tipster added that the Honor 500 series will arrive with upgrades in departments like the camera system, performance, and peripheral features, using top-tier components. However, with these improvements, a price increase seems to be inevitable.

He claimed that the Honor 500 and 500 Pro will sport the same design, with the Pro having a triple camera setup on the back. The above image specifically showcases the Honor 500’s design with a dual-camera system on the back.

Honor 500, Honor 500 Pro specifications (rumoured)

The Honor 500 and 500 Pro are expected to feature a 6.5-inch OLED panel that supports a 1.5K resolution. Both phones will run on MagicOS 10-based Android 16 and support 80W charging. While the Pro model will have the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, the SoC of the standard model is yet to be revealed. Their battery capacities are also under wraps.

The rear camera setup of the Honor 500 and 500 Pro will include a 200-megapixel main camera and an ultra-wide lens, while the Pro model will also have an additional OmniVision OV64B 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. Both devices will come in shades like black, silver, pink, and blue.

The Honor 500 series will rival the Oppo Reno 15 lineup and the Vivo S50 series, which are also expected to launch this month in China.

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A recent leak by tipster Digital Chat Station revealed that Honor will announce the Honor 500 and GT 2 series before the end of this year in China. In a new development, two new Honor phones have surfaced in the database of China’s 3C certification platform. These appear to be the upcoming Honor 500 and 500 Pro.

Honor 500 series 3C certified

The above screenshot reportedly shows that two upcoming Honor phones with model numbers MEP-AN00 and MEY-AN00 have received approval from China’s 3C certification platform. The MEP-AN00 and MEY-AN00, which are said to carry the codenames “Merry” and “MerryP”, have been spotted with an 80W charger.

Chinese tech bloggers have speculated that these could be the forthcoming Honor 500 and 500 Pro smartphones. Now that they are 3C certified, the series is likely to break cover in November in China.

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the Honor 500 series prototypes that he has come across were in shades like black, silver, pink, and blue. A recent leak revealed that the Honor 500 Pro will feature a 6.5-inch 1.5K OLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a triple camera setup featuring a 200-megapixel main camera, an ultra-wide lens, and a OV64 64-megapixel periscope telephoto camera.

On the other hand, the Honor 500 may feature a 6.5-inch 1.5K OLED screen and a 200-megapixel dual-camera system. There is no information about the chipset that will power the standard edition.

The Honor 500 series is expected to face competition from the Vivo S50 lineup and the Oppo Reno 15 series. DCS recently revealed the key specifications of the Reno 15 and 15 Pro, but the rumour mill is yet to leak concrete details about the Vivo S50 lineup.

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Honor might be closing out 2025 with not one but two major smartphone launches. According to a recent leak, both the Honor GT2 series and the Honor 500 series are tentatively scheduled for release toward the end of the year.

The tipster didn’t share additional details, but here’s everything we know so far from previous reports.

Honor GT2 series

The GT2 lineup is expected to include both a standard and a Pro variant. According to earlier leaks, the GT2 Pro could pack a massive 9,000mAh battery, up from the 7,200mAh cell in its predecessor.

This jump in capacity is made possible by the wider adoption of silicon-carbon battery technology, which offers higher energy density without significantly increasing physical size.

Under the hood, the standard GT2 may ship with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the GT2 Pro is rumored to step up to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. One leak also claims the GT2 Pro could offer up to 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.

Honor 500 series

The Honor 500 lineup is also expected to include a standard and a Pro model, with both continuing the company’s camera-centric approach.

The Honor 500 Pro will reportedly feature a 200-megapixel primary camera paired with a 1/1.4-inch sensor. While the ultra-wide camera details remain unknown, the leak confirms a 64-megapixel OmniVision OV64B periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom.

Powering the device will be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and both models are expected to offer a 6.5-inch display with 1.5K resolution.

Although reliable tipster Digital Chat Station suggests that both series could debut by December 2025, the exact launch timeline remains unclear.

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Honor unveiled the Honor 400 and 400 Pro powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets, respectively, in June in China. The brand is now said to be working on the Honor 500 and 500 Pro, which may debut either in November or December in China. The rumor mill has been gradually leaking details about the new series. A new Weibo post by tipster Digital Chat Station has shared some interesting insights about the 500 Pro

Honor 500 Pro key details confirmed

According to DCS, the upcoming Honor 500 Pro will feature a 200-megapixel primary camera paired with a 1/1.4-inch sensor. This aligns with earlier leaks suggesting that Honor is going all-in on high-resolution 200-megapixel sensors for its premium phones.

While details about the ultra-wide camera remain undisclosed, the leak confirms the presence of an OmniVision OV64B 64-megapixel periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom.

The tipster also revealed that the device will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, making it one of the most powerful phones in Honor’s upcoming lineup. Both the Honor 500 and 500 Pro are expected to feature 6.5-inch displays with support for 1.5K resolution.

In addition to its imaging and performance upgrades, the Honor 500 Pro is expected to pack the largest battery capacity in its class. To recall, the Honor 400 Pro featured a 7,200mAh battery, and the new model could either match or exceed this capacity.

When launched, the series will likely compete against the Oppo Reno 15 and Vivo S50 lineups in China.

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Honor is reportedly working on a couple of new phones for the Chinese market. While the company is gearing up to launch the Honor Magic 8 series by mid-October, it is also said to be prepping up the Honor GT 2 series and the Honor 500 lineup. A new leak, courtesy of tipster Smart Pikachu, has revealed the key details of what appears to be the Honor 500 Pro.  

Honor 500 Pro display, chipset, camera details emerge

The leak suggests that the Honor 500 series will launch in China by the end of this year, likely in December. The lineup is expected to feature a 6.6-inch flat, widescreen display with large, rounded corners. In terms of photography, it will come equipped with an upgraded 200-megapixel main camera. The tipster also mentioned that the series will sport an iPhone-like design and texture, emphasising a premium and familiar feel.

To recall, the Honor 400 and 400 Pro, which debuted in China, featured a 6.55-inch OLED display and a 200-megapixel primary camera. These devices were powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipsets, respectively.

According to the new leak, the higher-end model in the upcoming series — likely the Honor 500 Pro — will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. The tipster did not specify the processor for the standard Honor 500. However, considering that the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is still a relatively new chip, Honor may choose to retain it for the base model.

At present, there is no clarity about the global versions of the Honor 500 series. Just as the brand skipped Honor 300 series’ global release, it is likely that the Honor 500 lineup may remain confined to the Chinese market.

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Honor is preparing a packed lineup of smartphones for the closing months of 2025. Reports have revealed that the Magic 8 lineup will be unveiled in October. The GT 2 series is expected to launch after the Magic 8 series in China. Now, a new leak claims that the Honor 500 series has also been planned for this year.

Honor 500, 500 Pro key specs, launch timeline (rumored)

In June 2025, Honor unveiled the Honor 400 and 400 Pro in China. These devices are different from their global versions. The Chinese variants came with a 6.55-inch display and a 200-megapixel primary camera. According to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, two devices under the Honor 500 series are tipped to debut by the end of 2025.

While the exact names were not mentioned, they are expected to launch as the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro. The new models are said to carry forward the design approach of their predecessors with an iPhone-inspired appearance. The Honor 500 lineup will focus on being slim and lightweight while still being camera-centric, featuring a 6.5-inch display and a new 200-megapixel main sensor. As far as launch is concerned, it may debut in December this year.

Honor GT 2 series display size revealed (rumored)

DCS has mentioned in the same leak that the Honor GT 2 prototypes are equipped with a large 6.83-inch screen. He added that performance will be the main highlight, paired with a large-capacity battery.

Previous leaks suggest that the GT 2 could be powered by either the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 or Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, while the GT 2 Pro may house the newer Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. According to a recent report, the standard GT 2 may arrive with an 8,800mAh battery, up to 24GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage.

Honor Power 2 launch timeframe (rumored)

DCS revealed in the comments section of the same post that the Honor Power 2 is tentatively scheduled to launch in Q1 2026, with an invincible battery. As per reports, the Honor Power 2 will arrive with a 6.79-inch display, Dimensity 8500 chipset, and an enormous 10,000mAh battery.

In the original leak, the tipster mentioned that the brand is also working on compact tablets, but he did not share more details about them.

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