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Honor Play9A
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Honor Play9A

Released: 2024, NovemberPrice: About 80 EURStatus: Available. Released 2024, November

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 14, MagicOS 8
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
NFCNo
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Size6.56 inches, 103.4 cm, 2, (~83.2% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandHonor
ModelHonor Play9A
PriceAbout 80 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA, LTE
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsOcean Blue, Starry Purple
ModelsGFY-LX3
Single5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
StatusAvailable. Released 2024, November
Weight194 g (6.84 oz)
ChipsetMediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bandsLTE
FeaturesLED flash
Internal64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM
Released2024, November
Announced2024, November
Bluetooth5.1, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions163.9 x 75.8 x 8.7 mm (6.45 x 2.98 x 0.34 in)
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Honor Play9A Overview

About Honor Play9A Honor Play9A is another flagship from Honor's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2024. Honor Play9A has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM with Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Honor Play9A can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Honor Play9A?

The Honor Play9A supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Honor Play9A support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Honor devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Honor Play9A void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Honor Play9A will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Honor Play9A run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Honor Play9A.