Huawei P9 Plus – Specs, Price, Release Date & Review

Name: Huawei P9 Plus
Brand: Huawei
Rating: 4.0 (4 reviews)

Added: 04.07.16 | Updated: 01.28.20

Model: P9 Plus
Brand: Huawei
Rating: 4.00 out of 5 (4 votes)
Price: 430 EUR
Year of manufacture: 2016
Dimensions: 152.3 x 75.3 x 7 mm
Weight: 162 g
Chipset: HiSilicon Kirin 955 (16 nm)
Built-in memory: 64 GB
Screen: Super AMOLED 5.5 inches
Battery: 3400 mAh
Rear camera: Single, 12MP
Front camera: Single, 8MP

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Common

Brand and model	Huawei P9 Plus
Other names	Versions: VIE-L09 (Single SIM); VIE-L29 (Dual SIM)
Launch date	2016, April

Price

First price	430 EUR

Design

Height	6 in (152.3 mm)
Width	2.96 in ( 75.3 mm)
Depth	0.28 in ( 7 mm)
Weight	5.71 oz (162 grams)
Water resistant
Colors	Haze Gold, Quartz Grey, Ceramic White
Case	Buy a case from Amazon

Screen

Technology	Super AMOLED
Size	5.5 in
Screen Area	83.4 cm²
Resolution	1080 x 1920 px
Points per inch	401 PPI
Color Depth	16M
Ratio (height:width)	16:9
Ratio (screen:body)	72.7%
Screen Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Additional Features	-3D Touch display
Screen protector	Buy a screen protector from Amazon

Hardware

Chipset	- HiSilicon Kirin 955 (16 nm)
CPU	- Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU	- Mali-T880 MP4

Memory

Internal Memory	64 GB, 4 GB RAM
Memory Card Slot	microSD, up to 256 GB (uses SIM 2 slot)

Software

Operating System (OS)	Android 6 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7 (Nougat); EMUI 5
User Interface	EMUI 5

Main Camera

Number of Cameras	Single
Specs	-12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.9'', 1.25µm, PDAF & laser AF -12 MP B/W, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.9'', 1.25µm, PDAF & laser AF
Features	Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video Recording	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Number of Cameras	Single
Specs	-8 MP, f/1.9, AF
Video Recording	1080p@30fps

Cellular

Bands	GSM / HSPA / LTE
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) -3G - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - VIE-L09, VIE-L29 -4G - LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 6(900), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 26(850), 28(700), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300) - VIE-L09 LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 6(900), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 26(850), 28(700), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) - VIE-L29
SIM Card	Single SIM (Nano-SIM)Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
SAR EU	1.48 W/kg (head) 1.49 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, WiFi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth	4.2, A2DP, LE
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant)
NFC	Yes
USB	Type-C 1.0 reversible connector

Battery

Capacity	3400 mAh
Type	Non-removable Li-Po
Charging	-Fast battery charging: 38% in 30min

Audio

Headphone Jack	Yes
Radio	No
Others	-24-bit/192kHz audio -Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic -stereo speakers

Sensors

Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass , Infrared blaster

Other specifications

Others

Huawei P9 Plus AnTuTu & Geekbench Scores

The Huawei P9 Plus scores 98393 points in AnTuTu 7, powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 955 (16 nm) chipset.

Antutu Score

Antutu 7 Score	98393 (Position 310 out of 2128)

Antutu 7 Ranking
304. LeEco Le S3	102723
305. Meizu MX6	99955
306. Oppo R9s Plus	99326
307. LeEco Le 2 Pro	99320
308. Vernee Apollo	98578
309. vivo X7	98456
310. Huawei P9 Plus	98393
311. Elephone S8	96591
312. Meizu Pro 6s	96325
313. Honor V8	96325
314. Meizu Pro 6	96215
315. Motorola Nexus 6	96115
316. Micromax Dual 5	95896

Geekbench Score

GeekBench 6 Single Core	349 (Position 404 out of 578)
GeekBench 6 Multi Core	945 (Position 453 out of 577)
GeekBench 5 Single Core	340 (Position 1098 out of 1884)
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core	1084 (Position 1235 out of 1873)
GeekBench 4 Single Core	1767 (Position 142 out of 1024)
GeekBench 4 Multi-Core	5096 (Position 174 out of 1022)

GeekBench 6 Single Core Ranking
398. Samsung Galaxy A50	351
399. Xiaomi Mi A2 (Mi 6X)	351
400. 360 N6 Pro	350
401. Nokia 7.2	350
402. Xiaomi Redmi Note 7	350
403. Nokia 7 plus	350
404. Huawei P9 Plus	349
405. Xiaomi Mi Note 3	348
406. Motorola One Action	347
407. Huawei Y9 (2019)	347
408. Samsung Galaxy S8 Active	347
409. Meizu Pro 7	346
410. Honor 9X	345

GeekBench 6 Multi Core Ranking
447. Motorola Moto G7	989
448. Nokia 6.2	975
449. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Dual Camera	971
450. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro	964
451. OnePlus Nord N100	953
452. Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro	950
453. Huawei P9 Plus	945
454. Xiaomi Redmi 7	937
455. Huawei Y9 (2019)	936
456. vivo V5 Plus	933
457. Apple iPhone 7	928
458. Huawei Mate 20 Lite	924
459. BQ Aquaris X	916

GeekBench 5 Single Core Ranking
1092. Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (CDMA)	343
1093. Samsung Galaxy S7 (CDMA)	343
1094. Cubot Note 21	342
1095. Samsung Galaxy A32	342
1096. Realme 5 Pro	341
1097. Huawei P9	341
1098. Huawei P9 Plus	340
1099. Umidigi Bison X10S	339
1100. Huawei Mate 8	339
1101. Samsung Galaxy A41	338
1102. Honor 8	338
1103. vivo Xplay6	337
1104. Realme C35	336

GeekBench 5 Multi Core Ranking
1229. Samsung Galaxy Xcover 5	1111
1230. Meizu 15 Lite	1111
1231. vivo Y17s	1105
1232. Motorola Moto G7 Power	1100
1233. Umidigi Power 5S	1094
1234. BLU C6 2020	1093
1235. Huawei P9 Plus	1084
1236. LG K51S	1078
1237. Samsung Galaxy A04	1076
1238. Samsung Galaxy M13 5G (India)	1076
1239. Infinix Hot 11 2022	1074
1240. Infinix Hot 11	1074
1241. vivo X7	1074

GeekBench 4 Single Core Ranking
136. Meizu 16X	1793
137. Samsung Galaxy Note 8	1792
138. Meizu 16	1788
139. Xiaomi Mi 5s Plus	1776
140. Samsung Galaxy S8 Active	1775
141. Samsung Galaxy S8+	1771
142. Huawei P9 Plus	1767
143. Samsung Galaxy S8	1763
144. Xiaomi Mi Mix	1749
145. Honor V8	1745
146. vivo Xplay6	1738
147. Huawei Mate 10	1722
148. Infinix Note 12 G88	1717

GeekBench 4 Multi Core Ranking
168. Tecno Spark 10 Pro	5164
169. Samsung Galaxy A50	5155
170. Motorola Moto G31	5147
171. LeEco Le 2 Pro	5135
172. Tecno Camon 17P	5125
173. Google Pixel 3a XL	5117
174. Huawei P9 Plus	5096
175. Nokia X71	5075
176. Infinix Note 12 G88	5031
177. itel S23	5007
178. HTC U12 life	4989
179. vivo X9s Plus	4954
180. vivo Z1i	4943

Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Huawei. However, there may be differences in specifications.

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Description of the Huawei P9 Plus Specs

The Huawei P9 Plus, released in April 2016, is a powerful smartphone that comes equipped with an array of features for an efficient and modern mobile experience. Underneath its sleek exterior, it runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 955 chipset powered by an octa-core CPU arrangement, which includes 4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A72 and 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 processors, paired with a Mali-T880 MP4 GPU. This provides a smooth and responsive user experience, with support for demanding applications and games, as evidenced by its AnTuTu benchmark score of 98,393.

When it comes to display, the Huawei P9 Plus features a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels and a PPI density of 401, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The screen also includes innovative 3D Touch technology, which allows for pressure-sensitive operations, enhancing interaction with the device.

The phone's connectivity options are extensive, with support for GSM, HSPA, and LTE networks, alongside modern amenities such as Bluetooth 4.2, dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, and a Type-C 1.0 reversible connector. It offers GPS capabilities with A-GPS support and GLONASS/BDS, depending on the market. The Huawei P9 Plus also features a range of sensors including a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass, providing a secure and personalized way to access the phone and its apps.

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the Huawei P9 Plus's camera setup, which features a 12 MP dual camera system with Leica optics that offers PDAF, laser autofocus, and dual-LED dual-tone flash, supported by features such as panorama and HDR for high-quality images. The front-facing 8 MP selfie camera with autofocus ensures clear and detailed self-portraits and video calls. Both front and rear cameras are capable of recording videos in 1080p at 30fps.

Storage won't be an issue with the phone's 64 GB internal memory and 4 GB RAM, which can be further expanded using a microSD card of up to 256 GB, though it utilizes the SIM 2 slot in the dual-SIM model. The phone originally shipped with Android 6 (Marshmallow) and is upgradable to Android 7 (Nougat); EMUI 5, offering users a user-friendly interface and access to the latest Google services and apps.

The Huawei P9 Plus is designed for auditory pleasure as well, boasting high-quality 24-bit/192kHz audio and stereo speakers, paired with active noise cancellation with a dedicated mic for clear calls and immersive media playback. However, it does not feature an FM radio.

Available in Haze Gold, Quartz Grey, and Ceramic White, the Huawei P9 Plus combines elegance and performance in a slim form factor, weighing in at 162 grams and with dimensions of 152.3 x 75.3 x 7 mm. The 16:9 screen-to-body ratio and design ensure a comfortable grip and a display that's suitable for a variety of content.

If you desire a comprehensive mobile device that melds performance with style, the Huawei P9 Plus might just be the right choice. Discover more about this sophisticated smartphone and explore the detailed features further down this page, where you can also compare it with the models it is most frequently matched with.

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Huawei P9 Plus Release Date

The Huawei P9 Plus was officially announced and released on April, 2016. It is available in Haze Gold, Quartz Grey, Ceramic White.

Huawei P9 Plus Price

The Huawei P9 Plus starts at 430 EUR. Here are the prices for all storage versions:

Version	Price
64 GB	430 EUR
4 GB RAM	430 EUR

A 8GB version of the Huawei P9 Plus is not officially available — 4GB is the maximum storage option.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Huawei P9 Plus cost?

The price of the Huawei P9 Plus varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 430 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Huawei P9 Plus come out?

The Huawei P9 Plus was released on April, 2016.

What is the size and weight of Huawei P9 Plus ?

The Huawei P9 Plus has dimensions of Height: 152.3 mm Width: 75.3 mm Thickness: 7 mm and weighs approximately 162 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Huawei P9 Plus?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 5.5 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 1080 x 1920 px at a pixel density of 401 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Huawei P9 Plus have?

Device comes with chipset HiSilicon Kirin 955 (16 nm) with processor Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53). Huawei P9 Plus is available with internal memory of 64 GB, 4 GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Huawei P9 Plus?

The device have a Single rear camera setup with specs of 12 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.9'', 1.25µm, PDAF & laser AF 12 MP B/W, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/2.9'', 1.25µm, PDAF & laser AF and features like Leica optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Huawei P9 Plus?

The device comes with Single front camera setup with specs of 8 MP, f/1.9, AF and features like

What colors does the Huawei P9 Plus come in?

The Huawei P9 Plus is available in the following colors: Haze Gold, Quartz Grey, Ceramic White.

What is the AnTuTu score of the Huawei P9 Plus?

The Huawei P9 Plus scores 98393 points in AnTuTu 7.