Honor has partnered with the Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) as the lead partner for the upcoming tournament, billed as the largest gaming festival in the world. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia will host Honor Technology gaming events this summer. According to a report by Gulf Today, the newly launched Honor 200 Pro will be the centerpiece of the event as the official smartphone of EWC.
The company claims that its advanced features facilitate esports competition for the most popular mobile games such as Free Fire, Honor of Kings and women’s ML:BB tournaments.
Chinese smartphone maker Honor launched the Honor 200 series of smartphones in China in May. This collection includes two models: Honor 200 and Honor 200 Pro. The Honor 200 Pro is set to launch in India soon and is reportedly listed on BIS.
Honor 200 Pro: highlights
The Honor 200 Pro offers a variety of new features that will appeal to both esports enthusiasts and casual gamers. Here are the key gaming features of this phone:
• Snapdragon 8 Series Mobile Platform: Features a CPU clock speed of up to 3GHz for smooth graphics and real-time responsiveness.
• Silicon-carbon battery 5200 mAh: up to 61 hours on a single charge.
• Flicker-free 3840 Hz: certified by TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certification and TÜV Rheinland Full Care Display and with Natural Tone 2.0 to optimize the color temperature of the display.
• Advanced cooling: 36,881mm² vapor chamber, 10% larger than Honor 90, improves heat dissipation.
The company claims that the partnership will focus on attracting players worldwide, strengthening brand identity and fostering a competitive community.
eSports World Cup: Details
The eSports World Cup, which begins on July 3, will make Riyadh a hub for fans of eSports and gaming culture. At Boulevard City, fans can watch their favorite athletes and clubs compete in a 22-game championship with over $60 million in prize money, the largest prize pool in eSports history. The event will feature a variety of festival activities over eight weeks, including game activations, social competitions, pop culture celebrations, international experiences and more.
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