Honor has officially launched the Honor 500 series 8,000mAh battery-equipped lineup in China, introducing two models — the Honor 500 and the Honor 500 Pro. Both smartphones run MagicOS 10 based on Android 16 and are available in four colour options, making them strong contenders in the premium mid-range segment.
- Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro both pack an 8,000mAh battery with 80W wired fast charging support.
- The Honor 500 Pro features a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and a 200MP triple rear camera, while the standard Honor 500 uses the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.
- Prices start at CNY 2,699 (approx. Rs. 34,000) for the Honor 500 and CNY 3,599 (approx. Rs. 45,200) for the Honor 500 Pro.
- Both models sport a 6.55-inch Full HD+ OLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and 6,000 nits peak brightness.
Honor 500 Series 8,000mAh Battery: Price in China
The Honor 500 series launched exclusively in China and is offered in multiple storage configurations. The standard Honor 500 starts at CNY 2,699 (approximately Rs. 34,000) for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. The 12GB + 512GB model is priced at CNY 2,999 (approximately Rs. 37,000), while the top-tier 16GB + 512GB configuration retails at CNY 3,299 (approximately Rs. 41,400).
The Honor 500 Pro commands a premium, starting at CNY 3,599 (approximately Rs. 45,200) for the 12GB + 256GB variant. Additional configurations include the 12GB + 512GB at CNY 3,899 (approximately Rs. 48,700), the 16GB + 512GB at CNY 4,199 (approximately Rs. 52,700), and the flagship 16GB + 1TB model priced at CNY 4,799 (approximately Rs. 60,300).
Honor 500 Pro Specifications
The dual-SIM Honor 500 Pro is built around a 6.55-inch Full HD+ (1,264 × 2,736 pixels) LTPO OLED display capable of a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and a peak brightness of 6,000 nits — impressive numbers for daylight readability and smooth scrolling.
Under the hood, it is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, one of Qualcomm's most powerful mobile processors. Photography is handled by a versatile triple rear camera system comprising a 200-megapixel wide-angle primary sensor, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens, and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera. A 50-megapixel front camera takes care of selfies and video calls.
Security is managed via an in-display fingerprint sensor. Connectivity features include 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, Beidou, NFC, OTG support, and a USB Type-C port. The headline feature — the massive 8,000mAh battery — supports 80W wired fast charging, meaning top-ups are swift despite the large capacity.
Honor 500 Specifications
The standard Honor 500 shares the same striking 6.55-inch Full HD+ LTPO OLED display and runs the same MagicOS 10 software. It is driven by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, a capable chipset that keeps costs slightly lower than the Pro model without sacrificing day-to-day performance for most users.
Camera hardware on the Honor 500 consists of a dual rear setup: a 200-megapixel wide-angle main camera paired with a 12-megapixel macro lens. The front-facing 50-megapixel selfie camera matches the Pro. The same 8,000mAh battery powers the device, supporting 80W wired fast charging along with 27W reverse wired charging — a handy feature for topping up accessories or other devices. The Honor 500 measures 155.8 × 74.2 × 7.75mm and weighs approximately 198 grams, keeping it relatively slim despite the large battery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What battery does the Honor 500 series use?
Both the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro are equipped with a large 8,000mAh battery that supports 80W wired fast charging. The standard Honor 500 also adds 27W reverse wired charging, allowing it to charge other devices.
What is the difference between the Honor 500 and Honor 500 Pro?
The Honor 500 Pro steps up with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset (versus the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 in the base model), a triple rear camera system that adds a 50MP telephoto lens, and a higher starting price. The standard Honor 500 uses a dual rear camera setup but adds 27W reverse wired charging, which the Pro lacks.
