Design:
| weight |
1066 g |
| thickness |
17.8 mm |
| width |
269.6 mm |
| height |
182 mm |
| volume |
873.39616 cm³ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| Has a detachable keyboard |
✕ |
| Has a backlit keyboard |
✕ |
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| has a rugged build |
✓ |
| Has tilt sensitivity |
✕ |
| waterproof depth rating |
1.5 m |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
The Hotwav R9 Plus features a rugged design with an IP68 rating, making it waterproof up to 1.5 meters, and resistant to dust and tough environments. It has a substantial weight of 1066 g and a thickness of 17.8 mm, offering a solid build. The tablet's dimensions are 269.6 mm in width and 182 mm in height, with a volume of 873.39616 cm³. The device does not include a stylus, detachable or backlit keyboard, and lacks pen tilt sensitivity, making it straightforward in terms of input methods and controls.
Display:
| screen size |
11" |
| resolution |
1920 x 1200 px |
| pixel density |
224 ppi |
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| brightness (typical) |
400 nits |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| contrast ratio |
1500:1 |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
The Hotwav R9 Plus features an 11″ LCD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 px, offering a pixel density of 224 ppi. The screen supports touch input and has a typical brightness of 400 nits, ensuring good visibility in various lighting conditions. With a contrast ratio of 1500:1, the display provides decent color and depth, though it does not support features like HDR10, Dolby Vision, or branded damage-resistant glass like Gorilla Glass or sapphire glass.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
8GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Unisoc T606 |
| GPU name |
Mali-G57MC |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2.2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1541 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
497 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| maximum amount of external memory supported |
2000GB |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| GPU clock speed |
850 MHz |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| RAM speed |
1866 MHz |
| maximum memory amount |
12GB |
| Android version |
Android 14 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
10W |
| shading units |
32 |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
The Hotwav R9 Plus is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. The device supports external storage expansion up to 2TB through its memory slot. With a CPU clock speed of 2 x 2.2 GHz and 6 x 1.8 GHz, along with integrated graphics from the Mali-G57MC GPU, it provides a solid performance for daily tasks. It also supports 64-bit processing, operates on Android 14, and offers a thermal design power (TDP) of 10W. The device's Geekbench 6 scores are 497 for single-core and 1541 for multi-core, reflecting its efficiency in handling various applications.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
64 MP |
| megapixels (front camera) |
16MP |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✕ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has timelapse function |
✕ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✕ |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
The Hotwav R9 Plus is equipped with a 64MP main camera and a 16MP front camera, both offering solid imaging capabilities. The main camera features touch autofocus, manual white balance, and manual ISO adjustments, while the front camera has a wide aperture of f/2.0 for better selfies. Although it lacks optical zoom, HDR10 recording, and 3D photo capabilities, the camera system does support a built-in HDR mode, continuous autofocus during video recording, and has a video light for improved video capture in low light conditions.
Audio:
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX Low Latency |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The Hotwav R9 Plus features stereo speakers for an enhanced audio experience, though it lacks support for advanced Bluetooth audio codecs like aptX, LDAC, and aptX Low Latency. Additionally, the device does not include a 3.5mm audio jack or a built-in radio, focusing on wireless audio options. With no support for aptX Lossless or adaptive audio features, the device provides standard wireless audio connectivity without specialized high-definition formats.
Battery:
| battery power |
20080 mAh |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
The Hotwav R9 Plus is equipped with a substantial 20,080 mAh battery, providing long-lasting power for extended use. It supports fast charging, ensuring quicker recharges, but it does not offer wireless charging capabilities. The device features a battery level indicator and uses a rechargeable, non-removable battery, ensuring convenience for daily use without the need for frequent battery replacements.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
May 2025 |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
1 SIM |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✕ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| has NFC |
✕ |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✕ |
| USB version |
2 |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Bluetooth version |
5 |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| upload speed |
150 MBits/s |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
| supports Ethernet |
✕ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
The device supports a variety of connectivity options including Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5 for fast internet access, and Bluetooth 5 for wireless connections. It also offers features such as split-screen multitasking, on-device machine learning, and various privacy options like location and camera/microphone privacy. Additionally, it includes a USB Type-C port for quick data transfer, GPS for location services, and the ability to track the device's position. The system supports multi-user environments, and it has built-in support for voice commands, gyroscope, and compass, making it versatile for everyday use.
Miscellaneous:
This device is equipped with DDR4 memory, ensuring fast and efficient performance for multitasking and demanding applications. The inclusion of DDR4 memory enhances data transfer speeds and overall responsiveness, providing a smooth user experience.