El Huawei P9 It's a phone from which much is expected, as the Chinese company is advancing aggressively and steadily in the market—and is already establishing itself as one of the clear leaders in the Android universe. The fact is, it has been presented as a well-balanced high-end device that combines a meticulously crafted design with a dual camera on its back of LeicaFurthermore, thanks to a performance test, its main hardware components and how it performs in real-world tasks have been revealed.
Specifically, the test is the well-known GFXBenchOne of the sites with an online database, and on one of the published results pages, you can see what appears to be one of the variants of the Huawei P9. And, in truth, there are some quite interesting aspects to discuss, especially regarding the CPU, GPU, connectivity, and camera.
Firstly, everything points to the integrated processor being the Kirin 955This HiSilicon SoC features a big.LITTLE architecture with eight cores: four Cortex-A72 at 2,5 GHz and four Cortex-A53 at 1,8 GHz, accompanied by a ARM Mali-T880 MP4 GPU at 900 MHz. In terms of raw power and, above all, efficiency, the combination is a perfect match for the resolution. Full HDTherefore, in practice it moves with ease against rivals in the segment such as the Samsung Galaxy S7 or LG G5.
More information about the Huawei P9
According to the published information, the screen is made of 5,2 inches with resolution 1.920 x 1.080 (around 423 dpi) and IPS technology. In terms of memory, there are versions with 3/4 GB of RAM y 32 / 64 GB expandable storage via microSD (up to 128 GB). This confirms that there are different versions of the Huawei P9, maintaining a focus on efficiency rather than extreme resolution.
In connectivity, it offers LTE Cat 6, NFC, Bluetooth 4.x, Wi-Fi 802.11ac dual-band and global navigation with GPS, GLONASS and BeiDouHuawei adds its architecture of virtual triple antenna to improve coverage and stability, plus option Hybrid Dual SIM in certain markets. The port USB‑C It facilitates transfers and loading. The team is recognized internally as EVA-L09.
Leica dual camera: modes, optics and video
The P9 opts for two rear sensors 12 SM (one RGB and other monochrome) with Leica Summarit lenses de 27 mm and opening f / 2.2; each pixel is of 1,25 umIt lacks optical stabilization, but compensates with more light and detail thanks to the fusion of both sensors and improved focus. Hybrid Focus combining laser, depth calculation y contrastThe software — co-developed with Leica — adds Leica film modes (Standard, Vivid Colors and Soft Colors), a pro mode with manual controls (ISO, shutter speed, balance) and RAW/DNG support.
Among the most notable modes are the Monochrome (without Bayer filter, with large dynamic range), View high resolution, and a Night mode with long exposures of up to 30 s which benefits from the use of a tripod. The effect bokeh It allows varying the simulated "opening" even up to f / 0.95 and refocus after taking the shot. In video, record 1080p / 60 fps with good clarity and electronic stabilization; there's also 720p / 120 fps In slow motion. It doesn't offer 4K. The front camera is... 8 SM (opening f / 2.4) and performs well in detail and color, with a screen "flash" mode.
Performance, gaming, and battery life
With the Kirin 955 the system moves smoothly, without lagging in the interface. In demanding games like FIFA o Real Racing 3 Performance is very solid at Full HD resolution; the Mali-T880 MP4 GPU prioritizes efficiency over extreme power, which is appreciated during extended gaming sessions. The metal chassis can warm up under heavy loads, but without affecting the user experience. Memory options include... 3/4 GB DDR4 y 32 / 64 GB (there is about 25 GB free on the 32 GB one), expandable by microSD.
Battery 3.000 mAh It lasts a full day of normal use. Charging is fast: around 40% in 30 minutes, 70% in one hour and completes near two hoursEMUI adds profiles such as Performance , one way saving y ROG (Reduce the resolution to 720p to improve battery life and FPS). For those looking for more, the P9 Plus up to 5,5 ″ Super AMOLED, incorporates Press Touch, 3.400 mAh y Dual-IC fast charging.
Design, finishes and software
The P9 is betting on aluminum with clean lines, 6,95 mm thick and 144 gThe grip is comfortable thanks to rounded edges and 2.5D glass. The rear camera strip is protected by Gorilla Glass 3 and it doesn't stick out. Available in Mystic Silver, Rose Gold, Titanium Grey, Prestige Gold, Ceramic White and finishes like Haze Gold. The fingerprint sensor The rear camera is fast and supports gestures (pulling down notifications, secure app access). Below are located... USB‑Cheadphones and the speaker monoThe antenna reception is remarkable and NFC is present.
Regarding the software, it comes with Android and EMUI 4.1: without app drawer, with theme managermode a hand, type lock Magazineshortcuts through knuckles, universal search engine with gesture and the option of “padlock"in the task manager. It's a very fluid layer, with its own utilities that can be deactivated if not used."
The Huawei P9 strikes a great balance. performance, efficiency and a Leica dual camera It delivers real value with its monochrome sensor, advanced modes, and polished software. If you prioritize good daily battery life, a premium design, and a distinctive photography experience, this P9 remains a very solid option in the high-end range.
