The Honor Power 2 has arrived, and it’s rewriting the rules of smartphone battery capacity. With a massive 10,080mAh battery, the powerful Dimensity 8500 Elite chipset, and an eye-searing 8000-nit display, this device offers a glimpse into what’s coming to the Indian smartphone market in 2025.
Before you ask: “Why cover a phone that’s not launching in India?” Here’s why—this device showcases technologies and trends that will define upcoming Indian smartphones. The Dimensity 8500 Elite chipset will appear in popular devices like the Poco X8 Pro, and battery technology is evolving rapidly. Understanding these global launches helps you make informed decisions about future purchases.
This comprehensive first look covers everything from the iPhone-inspired design to the groundbreaking battery life and performance capabilities that will shape India’s mid-range smartphone segment.
QUICK VERDICT: HONOR POWER 2 OVERVIEW
TL;DR Summary:
- Battery: Massive 10,080mAh (biggest we’ve tested)
- Chipset: Dimensity 8500 Elite (successor to 8400)
- Display: 6.78″ 1.5K LTPS, 120Hz, 8000-nit peak brightness
- Charging: 80W wired + 27W reverse wired
- Weight: 219.7g (remarkably light for battery size)
- Thickness: Under 8mm (thinner than iPhone 17 Pro Max)
- Price: ¥2700 (~₹35,000 in China)
- India Launch: Not confirmed (but similar tech coming)
- Design: Heavily iPhone 17 Pro Max inspired
VERDICT: The Honor Power 2 isn’t coming to India, but it showcases battery and display technology that will define 2025’s mid-range smartphones. The Dimensity 8500 Elite chipset will appear in upcoming Indian devices, making this an important preview of what’s coming.
WHY COVER PHONES NOT LAUNCHING IN INDIA?
The Importance of Global Tech Previews
Before dismissing this as irrelevant, understand why we cover international launches:
- Technology Trends Preview
These phones show what’s coming to Indian market in 3-6 months. Technologies debut globally, then arrive in India. - Chipset Preview
The Dimensity 8500 Elite in Honor Power 2 will appear in:
- Poco X8 Pro (confirmed for India)
- Other mid-range flagships at similar pricing
- Popular X-series devices
- Battery Technology Evolution
10,080mAh in a sub-220g phone shows where battery tech is heading. Indian brands will adopt similar technologies. - Design Language Trends
What Chinese OEMs design today, Indian variants adopt tomorrow. Understanding global aesthetics helps predict local releases. - Performance Benchmarks
Knowing what chipsets deliver helps you make informed purchase decisions when Indian variants launch.
The Bottom Line:
These glimpses help you understand the trajectory of smartphone development and make better purchasing decisions.
UNBOXING: WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Package Contents
The Honor Power 2 arrives in a clean white box with minimalist branding:
✓ Honor Power 2 smartphone
✓ High-quality hard case (good build quality)
✓ SIM card ejector tool
✓ USB Type-A to Type-C charging cable
✓ 80W fast charger
✓ Documentation
Notable Inclusion:
The bundled hard case gives you a preview of the phone’s design through cutouts—a nice touch that builds anticipation.
The 80W Charger:
Fast charging support out of the box is standard in China but still appreciated. This charges the massive 10,080mAh battery in approximately 75 minutes (1 hour 15 minutes).
DESIGN: UNABASHED IPHONE 17 PRO MAX INSPIRATION
First Impressions: Familiar Territory
Let’s address the elephant in the room: The Honor Power 2 looks EXACTLY like the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Design Similarities:
✓ Same orange color option
✓ Identical camera module placement
✓ Same square camera island design
✓ Similar button and port placement
✓ Matching overall aesthetic
The Only Difference:
“Honor” branding on the back instead of Apple logo. Otherwise, this is literally an iPhone 17 Pro Max lookalike.
Build Quality & Materials
Despite the iPhone inspiration, build quality is excellent:
Frame:
✓ Metal frame (premium feel)
✓ Solid construction
✓ Quality finishing
Back Panel:
- Fiber glass material
- Not metal, but convincing appearance
- Good grip and premium hand feel
Camera Module:
- Fiber glass or high-quality plastic
- Matches overall design aesthetic
- Well-integrated into body
Weight & Dimensions: The Engineering Marvel
Here’s where it gets impressive:
Honor Power 2:
- Battery: 10,080mAh
- Weight: 219.7 grams
- Thickness: Under 8mm
iPhone 17 Pro Max (for comparison):
- Battery: 5,000mAh
- Weight: 232 grams
- Thickness: 8.9mm
The Shocking Reality:
Honor managed to fit MORE THAN DOUBLE the battery capacity while being:
✓ 12.3g LIGHTER than iPhone 17 Pro Max
✓ THINNER than iPhone (under 8mm vs 8.9mm)
This is remarkable engineering. A 10,080mAh battery in a sub-220g, sub-8mm body defies conventional physics.
Ergonomics & Hand Feel
Despite the massive battery:
✓ Still manageable in hand
✓ Not excessively heavy
✓ Well-balanced weight distribution
✓ Comfortable for daily use
One-Handed Use:
Possible, though the 6.78-inch display makes it challenging (standard for large phones).
DISPLAY: 8000-NIT BRIGHTNESS BEAST
Display Specifications
Screen Size: 6.78 inches
Resolution: 1.5K (approximately 2400 x 1080)
Panel Type: LTPS (Advanced LCD technology)
Refresh Rate: 120Hz
Peak Brightness: 8000 nits
Screen-to-Body Ratio: Over 95%
The 8000-Nit Breakthrough
This is the brightest smartphone display we’ve tested:
Previous Record: 6000 nits
Honor Power 2: 8000 nits
Improvement: 33% brighter
Why This Matters:
✓ Perfect outdoor visibility (even in direct sunlight)
✓ Vibrant HDR content
✓ Future-proof brightness levels
✓ Eye comfort with automatic brightness adjustment
Real-World Impact:
You can use this phone comfortably in any lighting condition—from dark rooms to bright outdoor environments.
Bezel Minimization: Nearly All Screen
The display features incredibly thin bezels:
✓ Over 95% screen-to-body ratio
✓ Nearly bezel-less appearance
✓ Maximized viewing area
✓ Modern flagship aesthetic
Industry Trend:
This continues the 3-year trend of progressively thinner bezels. 2025 smartphones are becoming “nearly entirely display.”
Display Quality Assessment
LTPS Technology Benefits:
✓ Better power efficiency than standard LCD
✓ Excellent viewing angles
✓ Good color reproduction
✓ Smooth 120Hz experience
Trade-off:
Not OLED, so no perfect blacks or infinite contrast. But LTPS offers excellent quality for the price segment.
PERFORMANCE: DIMENSITY 8500 ELITE CHIPSET
The New Performance Standard
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Elite
Previous Generation: Dimensity 8400
Performance Gain: 10-15% improvement
Why “Elite” Matters:
The Elite designation indicates:
✓ Overclocked CPU cores
✓ Enhanced GPU performance
✓ Improved AI capabilities
✓ Better thermal efficiency
AnTuTu Benchmark Score: 2.2 Million
This impressive score places it in flagship territory:
Performance Tier: Upper mid-range to flagship
Competition: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 equivalent
Real-World Performance: Flagship-level smoothness
What This Score Means:
- Handles all current games at high settings
- Multitasking without lag
- Future-proof for 2-3 years
- Competitive with much more expensive phones
RAM & Storage: Flagship Specifications
RAM Type: LPDDR5X (latest, fastest standard)
Storage Type: UFS 4.1 (cutting-edge speed)
Benefits:
✓ Lightning-fast app loading
✓ Smooth multitasking
✓ Quick file transfers
✓ Future-proof specifications
Gaming Performance: Real-World Testing
We tested popular titles:
Call of Duty Mobile:
✓ 120fps support (maximum setting)
✓ Smooth, consistent frame rates
✓ No thermal throttling observed
BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India):
- 60fps (game limitation, not hardware)
- Stable performance
- Good thermal management
Gaming Verdict:
The Dimensity 8500 Elite handles demanding games excellently. This chipset will make Poco X8 Pro and similar devices serious gaming contenders.
Why This Chipset Matters for India
Upcoming Indian Devices with Dimensity 8500 Elite:
- Poco X8 Pro (highly likely)
- Other mid-range flagships
- X-series popular devices
Expected Pricing: ₹30,000-35,000 range
This chipset will define India’s upper mid-range segment, offering flagship performance at mid-range pricing.
BATTERY: THE STAR FEATURE
10,080mAh: Record-Breaking Capacity
This is the largest battery we’ve tested:
Previous Leaders: 10,000mAh (various phones)
Honor Power 2: 10,080mAh
Difference: 80mAh more (new record)
Battery Technology Achievement:
Fitting this capacity in a 219.7g, sub-8mm phone represents a significant engineering accomplishment.
Expected Battery Life
Conservative Estimates:
- Screen-on-time: 15+ hours
- Standby time: 2-2.5 days minimum
- Mixed usage: 2 full days easily
- Heavy usage: 1.5 days comfortable
Real-World Usage Scenarios:
Light User (calls, messaging, browsing):
→ 3 days battery life
Moderate User (social media, videos, some gaming):
→ 2 days battery life
Heavy User (gaming, streaming, photography):
→ 1.5 days battery life
Power User (extreme usage):
→ 1 full day guaranteed
The Bottom Line:
You’ll charge this phone every 2-3 days with normal usage.
Charging: 80W Fast Charging
Charging Specifications:
- Wired Charging: 80W
- Reverse Wired Charging: 27W (unique feature)
- 0-100%: Approximately 75 minutes (1 hour 15 minutes)
- 0-50%: Approximately 30 minutes
80W for 10,080mAh is Impressive:
Larger batteries typically charge slower. 80W ensures reasonable charging times despite massive capacity.
27W Reverse Wired Charging:
Unique feature allowing you to:
✓ Charge other devices FROM your phone
✓ Emergency power bank functionality
✓ Fast charging for accessories
Practical Use Case:
Charge friend’s phone, Bluetooth earbuds, smartwatch, or other devices directly from your Honor Power 2.
CONNECTIVITY: COMPREHENSIVE OPTIONS
Antenna Bands: 12 Total
Visual Inspection reveals:
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 antenna bands
Why So Many?
✓ Better signal reception
✓ Improved call quality
✓ Faster data speeds
✓ Reduced signal drops
✓ Enhanced network switching
Wireless Standards
5G: All bands supported
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (latest standard)
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 6.0 (cutting-edge)
NFC: Yes (contactless payments)
Why These Matter:
- Future-proof connectivity
- Faster wireless speeds
- Better device compatibility
- Enhanced smart home integration
USB Standard: USB 2.0
Specification: USB Type-C 2.0
Limitation:
Not USB 3.0 or higher (slower data transfer)
Impact:
File transfers to PC slower than premium flagships. For most users, this won’t matter.
Network Compatibility Warning
⚠️ Important Note:
We DON’T recommend importing this from China/Dubai for use in India.
Reasons:
✗ No official India launch
✗ Service center issues
✗ Warranty problems
✗ Potential band compatibility issues
Better Strategy:
Wait for Indian devices with same chipset (Poco X8 Pro, etc.)
SOFTWARE: MAGICOS WITH AI FEATURES
Operating System: MagicOS (Android-based)
MagicOS Version: Latest (specific version TBA)
Android Base: Android 14/15 (TBA)
Update Policy: Unknown for this device
iOS-Inspired Features: Liquid Glass Effect
Transparency Mode Available:
✓ Toggle option in settings
✓ Mimics iOS liquid glass effect
✓ Translucent UI elements
✓ Similar to iPhone visual style
How to Enable:
Settings → Transparency Mode → Toggle ON
The result looks remarkably similar to iOS, continuing the iPhone inspiration theme.
AI Features: Comprehensive Suite
Honor has packed extensive AI capabilities:
- AI Photography Creation
- Enhanced photo editing
- AI-powered scene recognition
- Smart HDR processing
- AI-Powered Privacy & Security
- Spam detection
- Scam call identification
- AI voice detection
- Scam Detection Feature (Innovative!)
- Detects AI-generated voices in calls
- Identifies AI-generated scam images
- Warns about potential fraud attempts
This is particularly useful in India where phone scams are prevalent.
- Honor AI Connect
- Seamless device ecosystem
- Smart device integration
- Enhanced connectivity
- AI-Powered Personalization
- Adaptive UI based on usage
- Smart suggestions
- Customized experience
The AI Reality:
These features showcase where smartphones are heading in 2025. Expect similar AI capabilities in upcoming Indian devices across all price segments.
DURABILITY & BUILD PROTECTION
IP Rating: IP69K
Protection Level:
- Dust: Complete protection (IP6X)
- Water: High-pressure water resistance (IPX9K)
What This Means:
✓ Fully dust-proof
✓ Can handle high-pressure water jets
✓ Safe for rain, splashes, accidental drops in water
✓ Suitable for outdoor activities
SGS Drop Resistance Certification
Drop Protection:
✓ Tested for drop resistance
✓ SGS certified (independent testing)
✓ Enhanced screen protection
Note: We won’t drop test this unit (not our device), but Indian phones receive our standard drop tests.
Optical Fingerprint Sensor
Biometric Security:
- Type: Optical in-display fingerprint sensor
- Speed: Fast and responsive
- Reliability: Consistent performance
CAMERAS: NOT THE FOCUS
Camera Specifications
Rear Cameras:
- Primary: 50MP main sensor
- Secondary: 5MP (likely depth or macro)
Front Camera:
- Selfie: 16MP sensor
The Honest Assessment
Camera Quality: Okay/Decent
Focus Priority: Battery, Display, Performance > Camera
Sample Photos:
We’ve taken sample photos (link in description), and the quality is:
≈ Adequate for social media
≈ Decent in good lighting
≈ Nothing special or flagship-level
≈ Not the selling point of this device
Our Take:
“Look, design, software—all inspired by iOS. Would’ve been nice if camera also took inspiration and delivered iPhone-quality photos.”
Who Should Care About Camera Limitations?
Skip This Phone If:
✗ Photography is your priority
✗ You need flagship camera quality
✗ You post to Instagram frequently
This Phone Still Works For:
✓ Casual snapshots
✓ Video calls
✓ Document scanning
✓ Social media stories
The Reality:
This is a battery-focused device. Camera is serviceable but not exceptional.
PRICING & AVAILABILITY
China Pricing
Official Price: ¥2700 (approximately ₹35,000)
What You Get at This Price:
✓ 10,080mAh battery
✓ Dimensity 8500 Elite
✓ 8000-nit display
✓ 80W charging
✓ Premium build quality
India Availability: Not Confirmed
Current Status: Not launching in India officially
⚠️ Import Warning:
Don’t import from China/Dubai for India use due to:
- Warranty issues
- Service center unavailability
- Potential network compatibility problems
What’s Coming to India Instead:
Similar Specification Devices Expected:
- Poco X8 Pro (Dimensity 8500 Elite confirmed)
- Other mid-range flagships
- Similar ₹30,000-35,000 pricing
Expected Timeline: Next 2-3 months
Better Strategy:
Wait for official India launches with warranty and service support.
WHO SHOULD CARE ABOUT HONOR POWER 2?
This Phone Isn’t For Indian Buyers (Directly)
But It Matters If You’re:
✓ Tech enthusiast tracking industry trends
✓ Waiting for Poco X8 Pro launch
✓ Interested in future battery technology
✓ Planning mid-range flagship purchase in 2-3 months
✓ Curious about chipset performance benchmarks
What Honor Power 2 Teaches Us:
- Battery Technology is Advancing Rapidly
10,000mAh+ in sub-220g phones is now possible. Expect this in Indian devices soon. - Display Brightness is Escalating
8000-nit displays are here. Indian flagships will adopt similar tech. - Dimensity 8500 Elite is a Game-Changer
This chipset offers flagship performance at mid-range pricing. Poco X8 Pro will be competitive. - Design Inspiration Continues
OEMs continue drawing heavily from iPhone aesthetics. This trend will continue. - AI Features Are Becoming Standard
Even mid-range devices now pack extensive AI capabilities.
FINAL VERDICT: A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE
Rating (As Technology Preview): 8.5/10
What Works:
✓ Record-breaking 10,080mAh battery
✓ Impressive weight/thickness despite battery
✓ 8000-nit display brightness
✓ Dimensity 8500 Elite performance
✓ Comprehensive AI features
✓ Excellent build quality
✓ IP69K rating
✓ 80W + 27W reverse charging
What Doesn’t:
✗ Not launching in India (biggest limitation)
✗ Camera quality is just okay
✗ Heavy iPhone design copying
✗ USB 2.0 (slower transfers)
The Bottom Line for Indian Readers:
Don’t Buy This Phone
Wait for Indian launches with same/similar technology:
- Poco X8 Pro (Dimensity 8500 Elite)
- Other X-series devices
- Mid-range flagships in ₹30K-35K range
Do Pay Attention to This Technology
These innovations will appear in Indian devices within months.
What to Expect in Indian Market (2025):
✓ 8000mAh+ batteries becoming common
✓ Dimensity 8500 Elite in popular devices
✓ 7000-8000 nit displays
✓ Extensive AI feature sets
✓ Better durability (IP ratings)
✓ Faster charging (80W+)
Honor Power 2’s Real Value:
It’s a technology showcase demonstrating:
- Where battery tech is heading
- What mid-range chipsets can deliver
- How displays are evolving
- Which AI features are coming
For Indian buyers, this is a preview, not a purchase option.
Our Recommendation:
Keep tracking this channel for:
✓ Poco X8 Pro detailed review (when it launches)
✓ Other Dimensity 8500 Elite devices
✓ Complete comparisons with Indian pricing
✓ Real-world battery tests
✓ Camera quality assessments
When Indian devices with similar specs launch, we’ll provide:
- Complete detailed reviews
- Drop tests (we actually do these with Indian phones!)
- Long-term usage reports
- Value-for-money assessments
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