P9
The phone that started the Huawei + Leica partnership.
The Huawei P9 is a flagship Huawei smartphone released Apr 2016, with a launch price of €599. It pairs the Kirin 955 with a 5.2" LCD display, a dual 12 MP Leica main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — The phone that put Leica on the smartphone map. Standout strengths: first leica-branded smartphone camera. and light at 144 g. Main trade-off: no ois.
The phone that put Leica on the smartphone map.
P9 launched the Leica + Huawei partnership in 2016 — dual-cam was uncommon then. The brand has come far since.
Read the full review- First Leica-branded smartphone camera.
- Light at 144 g.
- microSD + 3.5 mm.
- Solid aluminium build.
Full specifications
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How the P9 compares
| P9 | Pixel XL | Huawei Mate 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 56 | 56 | 56 |
| Chipset | Kirin 955 | Snapdragon 821 | Kirin 950 |
| Display | 5.2" LCD | 5.5" QHD AMOLED | 6.0" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | dual 12 MP Leica | 12.3 MP · f/2.0 | 16 MP OIS |
| Battery | 3,000 mAh | 3,450 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Launch price | €599 | $769 | $650 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the P9 released?
The P9 was released in Apr 2016.
How much does the P9 cost?
The P9 launched at €599 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the P9 screen size and type?
The P9 has a 5.2" LCD display.
What chipset does the P9 use?
The P9 is powered by the Kirin 955 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the P9 have?
The P9 ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the P9 battery capacity?
The P9 has a 3,000 mAh battery.
What is the P9 main camera?
The P9 has a dual 12 MP Leica main camera.
Does the P9 have a headphone jack?
The P9 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the P9 weigh?
The P9 weighs 144 g.
What colours does the P9 come in?
The P9 is available in 6 colours: Mystic Silver, Titanium Grey, Prestige Gold, Rose Gold, Ceramic White, Haze Gold.
Is the P9 worth buying?
P9 launched the Leica + Huawei partnership in 2016 — dual-cam was uncommon then. The brand has come far since. SpecEagle gives the P9 an editorial score of 56/100.
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