Honor Win & Win RT Launch Overview

Honor Win & Honor Win RT Launch: All You Want to Know

Honor has just added new smartphones to its family with Honor Win and Honor Win RT, unveiled on December 26, 2025. This launch signals that Honor’s new design and performance will capture attention globally.

These smartphones are targeted at gamers, heavy users, and anyone who wants a phone that stays cool and retains performance under stress. They are not just incremental upgrades—they reflect a new approach to Android flagships. Below, we break down the specifications and implications for these devices.

What’s New in Honor’s Win Series

The Win series marks Honor’s entry into the high-performance smartphone market. Both models are designed to deliver sustained performance, whether for gaming or other heavy tasks.

Common Strengths of Honor Win Series

• 10,000mAh battery – One of the largest batteries in a consumer smartphone, enabling multi-day usage even under heavy load.
• 185Hz high refresh rate OLED display – 6.83-inch 1.5K OLED panel with high touch sampling rates, perfect for gaming.
• Active cooling fan – Dual fast fans prevent processor throttling during heavy usage.
• High-end construction – Metal body, glass fiber rear, and high dust/water resistance (IP68, IP69, IP69K).
• MagicOS 10 on Android 16 – Provides a smooth and optimized software experience.

These features give the Win series a strong position for users seeking both performance and battery longevity.

Honor Win: The Flagship Contender

The Honor Win is the flagship model, designed for top-tier performance across multiple use cases.

Honor Win Key Specifications

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm)
• RAM & Storage: Up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, up to 1TB UFS 4.1 storage
• Display: 6.83-inch 1.5K OLED, 185Hz refresh rate, high brightness, eye comfort
• Battery & Charging: 10,000mAh, 100W wired fast charging, wireless charging
• Rear Cameras: Triple: 50MP main, 50MP telephoto (3X optical), 12MP ultra-wide
• Front Camera: 50MP for selfies
• Other Features: In-display ultrasonic fingerprint reader, dual stereo speakers with spatial audio, NFC, Wi-Fi 7, 5G

Honor Win in Daily Use

With its massive battery and chipset, the Honor Win handles prolonged usage without overheating or slowing down. Content creators and heavy users can push the device without compromise. It also supports wireless and reverse charging functions.

Honor Win RT: Blending Strengths

The Honor Win RT is slightly less powerful than the Win but still delivers impressive performance, catering to users who prioritize battery life and strong specs without needing the absolute latest chipset.

Honor Win RT Key Specifications

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
• RAM & Storage: Up to 16GB RAM, up to 1TB storage
• Display: 6.83-inch 1.5K OLED, 185Hz refresh rate
• Battery & Charging: 10,000mAh with 100W fast charging, wireless charging
• Cameras: Dual rear: 50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide; 50MP front camera

Cooling & Thermal Management

The Dongfeng Turbo Cooling system is a major highlight of the Win series. It uses:

• Dual 360° surround fans up to 25,000 RPM in "Rage Mode"
• Direct airflow design targeting the chipset area for efficient heat reduction

This makes the phone function almost like a portable gaming console while maintaining dust and water resistance.

Display and Visual Experience

Both phones feature a 6.83-inch 1.5K LTPS OLED display with 185Hz refresh rate, PWM dimming, and anti-dizziness features. This reduces eye strain during gaming or browsing. High refresh and touch sampling rates ensure smooth motion for gaming and productivity.

Pricing & Availability

Available in black, white, and blue. Launches so far are China-only; international availability is pending.

Why It Matters

The Win series addresses a common question: can a smartphone provide flagship performance without compromising battery life? By combining high-end processing, a massive battery, and active cooling, Honor has created a phone that feels like a high-end smartphone and a portable gaming console in one. For gamers and heavy users, the Win series is a compelling option. For general users frustrated with battery life in other flagships, these devices are worth waiting for.