Honor X80i arrives with Dimensity 6500 and 7,000mAh battery

Posted on April 2, 2026, 11 a.m.

Honor X80i Debuts: Dimensity 6500 Powerhouse with Massive 7,000mAh Battery

Honor expands its X-series lineup with the highly anticipated Honor X80i, now available in China. This new smartphone packs a stunning 120Hz AMOLED display, a gargantuan 7,000mAh battery supported by 45W fast charging, and proudly claims the title of the first device to feature MediaTek's unannounced Dimensity 6500 chipset.

Honor X80i in four colors with dynamic display.

While MediaTek has yet to officially unveil the Dimensity 6500, Honor's specifications provide valuable insights. The chipset boasts an octa-core CPU configuration, featuring 2x Cortex-A76 cores clocked at a brisk 2.6GHz, complemented by 6x Cortex-A55 units operating at 2.0GHz. Graphics are handled by a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, similar to its Dimensity 6400 predecessors. Beyond the impressive chipset, the Honor X80i showcases a vibrant 6.6-inch AMOLED display with a sharp 1,200 x 2,600px resolution and a fluid 120Hz refresh rate. Users can also expect an impressive peak local brightness of 6,500 nits for enhanced viewing. The device offers robust memory options, configurable with up to 12GB of RAM and a generous 512GB of internal storage, and it also comes with IP66 ingress protection.

Honor X80i with 7000mAh battery and OLED screen.

Honor X80i phones in four color options displayed.

The Honor X80i is available in four stylish colorways: black, green, pink, and white. It represents a compelling option for users seeking powerful performance and exceptional battery life in a sleek package. Source