Should You Upgrade from the Honor X40 to the X50?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the Honor X40 to the X50, 1 year apart.
Maybe — worth it only if the new features matter to you
The X50 is 1 year newer than the Honor X40, and the BeastScore drops from 84.7 to 80.3. The biggest improvements: camera rated 6 points higher, battery rated 6 points higher, 700 mah bigger battery. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 18 points lower, display rated 24 points lower.
What you gain with the X50
- +Camera rated 6 points higher
- +Battery rated 6 points higher
- +700 mAh bigger battery
- +0.1" larger screen
- +Higher-resolution main camera (+57.7 MP)
What you give up
- −Performance rated 18 points lower
- −Display rated 24 points lower
- −6 GB less RAM
- −13 g heavier
| Spec | Honor X40 | X50 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 84.7 | 80.3 | −4.4 (5%) |
| Performance score | 90 | 72 | −18 (20%) |
| Camera score | 84 | 90 | +6 (7%) |
| Battery score | 86 | 92 | +6 (7%) |
| Display score | 86 | 62 | −24 (28%) |
| Battery capacity | 5,100 mAh | 5,800 mAh | +700 mAh (14%) |
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.8" | +0.1" |
| Main camera | 50.3 MP | 108 MP | +57.7 MP (115%) |
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB | −6 GB (50%) |
| Weight | 172 g | 185 g | +13 g (8%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
- Photo quality is a priority for you
Honor X40 vs X50: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the Honor X40 to the X50?
Maybe — worth it only if the new features matter to you. The X50 is 1 year newer than the Honor X40, and the BeastScore drops from 84.7 to 80.3. The biggest improvements: camera rated 6 points higher, battery rated 6 points higher, 700 mah bigger battery. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 18 points lower, display rated 24 points lower.
What is the biggest difference between the Honor X40 and X50?
Camera rated 6 points higher: 84 on the Honor X40 vs 90 on the X50.
Does the X50 have a bigger battery than the Honor X40?
The X50 has a 5,800 mAh battery versus 5,100 mAh on the Honor X40 (+700 mAh (14%)).
Who should upgrade to the X50?
Upgrade if: You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day; Photo quality is a priority for you.