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Honor Win 2 and Win Tablet launch October 21 with active cooling fans

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Honor launches the Win 2 smartphone and Win Tablet on October 21. Both devices feature active cooling fans, with the tablet reportedly sporting a 240Hz OLED screen.

Honor Honor Win 2, Honor Win Tablet
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Honor is launching two new gaming-focused devices on October 21, and the inclusion of active cooling fans marks a distinct shift for the brand's hardware strategy. Buyers who prioritize sustained performance in mobile gaming will find this approach more relevant than previous passive thermal designs. The Win 2 smartphone and the Win Tablet represent Honor's continued push into the high-performance segment of the Chinese market.

Win 2 smartphone and Win Tablet feature built-in cooling fans and high refresh rates

The Honor Win 2 series continues the lineage of gaming smartphones with a focus on display speed and power capacity. Official images reveal a horizontal camera module on the back housing two sensors, which distinguishes it from standard photography-centric models. This design choice signals that the device prioritizes horizontal gameplay ergonomics over vertical imaging capabilities.

Spec comparison

Spec Honor Win 2 Honor Win Tablet
Display 185Hz 8.4-inch OLED, 240Hz
Battery 10,000mAh Not specified
Cooling Built-in fan Built-in fan
Chipset Not specified Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (unconfirmed)

Technical specifications highlight significant upgrades in thermal management and screen technology across both product lines. The Win 2 series features a 185Hz display and a substantial 10,000mAh battery to support long gaming sessions. Both the Win 2 and the Win Tablet include built-in cooling fans, an active hardware feature rarely seen in slim consumer electronics.

Leaked details for the Honor Win Tablet suggest it will feature an 8.4-inch OLED screen with a 240Hz refresh rate. Unconfirmed reports also indicate the tablet may run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, though Honor has not verified this claim. The tablet's pre-orders are expected to begin during the October 21 event, while the Win 2 series goes on sale immediately upon launch.

These products follow the trend of previous Win series devices, which were limited exclusively to the Chinese market. International availability remains unconfirmed for both the Win 2 and the Win Tablet. Honor has not yet shared official specifications for the Win 2 series, so current details rely on previous generation data and unverified leaks.

Source: GIZMOCHINA

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