Should You Upgrade from the Honor X8 to the X50?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the Honor X8 to the X50, 1 year apart.
Yes — the X50 is a worthwhile upgrade
The X50 is 1 year newer than the Honor X8, and the BeastScore rises from 73.9 to 80.3. The biggest improvements: camera rated 12 points higher, battery rated 6 points higher, 800 mah bigger battery.
What you gain with the X50
- +Camera rated 12 points higher
- +Battery rated 6 points higher
- +800 mAh bigger battery
- +0.3" larger screen
- +Higher-resolution main camera (+60 MP)
- +9 g lighter
| Spec | Honor X8 | X50 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 73.9 | 80.3 | +6.4 (9%) |
| Performance score | 72 | 72 | No real change |
| Camera score | 78 | 90 | +12 (15%) |
| Battery score | 86 | 92 | +6 (7%) |
| Display score | 62 | 62 | No real change |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,800 mAh | +800 mAh (16%) |
| Screen size | 6.5" | 6.8" | +0.3" (4%) |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | +60 MP (125%) |
| RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 194 g | 185 g | −9 g (5%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
- Photo quality is a priority for you
Honor X8 vs X50: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the Honor X8 to the X50?
Yes — the X50 is a worthwhile upgrade. The X50 is 1 year newer than the Honor X8, and the BeastScore rises from 73.9 to 80.3. The biggest improvements: camera rated 12 points higher, battery rated 6 points higher, 800 mah bigger battery.
What is the biggest difference between the Honor X8 and X50?
Camera rated 12 points higher: 78 on the Honor X8 vs 90 on the X50.
Does the X50 have a bigger battery than the Honor X8?
The X50 has a 5,800 mAh battery versus 5,000 mAh on the Honor X8 (+800 mAh (16%)).
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.