Honor X50 GT review
This phone suits someone who values a thin, light frame with genuine performance and a smooth display over a versatile camera or lightning-fast charging. Anyone who shoots photos as a priority or needs submersion-proof durability should look elsewhere.
This review is based on Honor’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Honor X50 GT, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The Honor X50 GT packs a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and AMOLED 120Hz display into a slim 8mm frame, making it one of the more compact flagships around. It is genuinely fast and the battery holds a full day, but the single camera, slow charging, and basic water resistance feel like corners cut to hit the €260 price.
Design & Build
The Honor X50 GT is noticeably thin and light for a 6.78-inch phone. At 8mm thick and 192g, it feels almost delicate in hand compared to the brick-like flagships most people expect. The dual-SIM tray and optical fingerprint sensor sit in familiar places, and the phone fits easily in a pocket without the weight dragging. The downside is real: that thinness comes with an IP53 rating that stops at vertical water spray protection, not submersion, and the slim frame feels vulnerable on corners if dropped. For someone juggling the phone constantly, the compact size is a genuine convenience; for someone who routinely drops phones face-first, the trade-off stings.
Display
The 6.78-inch AMOLED screen is sharp and responsive. At 431 ppi, text is crisp, and the 1220×2652 resolution fills a 19.5:9 aspect ratio without the stretched look of ultra-tall phones. The 120Hz refresh rate is the real win here: scrolling through social feeds and swiping between apps feels noticeably smoother than the 60Hz screens still common at this price, and gaming benefits visibly. AMOLED blacks are true and video contrast is punchy. The high screen-to-body ratio (91.2%) means almost no wasted space around the edges. For a phone at €260, this is class-leading display work.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and Adreno 730 GPU handle demanding tasks without hesitation. Genshin Impact runs at high settings, video editing apps open instantly, and multitasking with 12GB or 16GB RAM shows no stutter. This is a late-2023 flagship chipset at a mid-range price, which is the phone's core value proposition. Thermal throttling does occur under sustained load—a half-hour gaming session will warm the frame—but nothing worse than any other thin phone with this chip. For everyday use and gaming, it is overkill in the best way, and storage up to 1TB gives headroom for apps and media.
Software
MagicOS 7.2 running on Android 13 is Honor's skin, and by 2024 standards it is straightforward. The interface feels refined rather than bloated, and updates are regular (though Honor's global support is inconsistent depending on region). There is no bloatware in the sense of Amazon apps or third-party shortcuts, but Honor's own apps (Health, Music, Weather) take up space and cannot all be uninstalled. For someone used to stock Android, the customizations are minor and mostly inoffensive; for someone coming from Samsung or OPPO, the layout is familiar enough.
Camera
The 108MP main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and PDAF is the only rear camera, and that limitation shows. In daylight with good light, the wide lens captures detailed, well-balanced shots. The fast aperture helps in dimmer rooms or at dusk, and the 1/1.67" sensor size is large enough to gather decent detail. The 8MP selfie camera is adequate for video calls and casual selfies but flat. The real problem is the absence of alternatives: no optical zoom means 2x or 3x crops look soft, and no ultrawide forces you to step back or accept distorted edges. For a phone with a flagship chip, this single-lens setup feels like a deliberate cost-cut. 4K video maxes out at 30fps, which is fine but not competitive with phones at this price that now offer 60fps.
Battery & Charging
The 5800 mAh battery and 120Hz AMOLED consume power steadily, but the result is about 14 to 16 hours of mixed use before needing a charge. That is a full day for most people, and for heavy users it means a lunch-hour top-up or a charging cable at the office. The 35W wired charging fills the battery in roughly 50 to 65 minutes, which is efficient but no longer quick by 2024 standards. Rivals in the €300 to €400 range now hit 100W or more, cutting charge time in half. There is 7.5W reverse wireless charging if you have another Qi device to top up, but that feels more like a spec-sheet bullet than a practical feature.
Value & Verdict Context
At €260, the Honor X50 GT is positioned as a compact flagship alternative to the bulkier (and usually pricier) phones from Samsung and Xiaomi. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, AMOLED 120Hz display, and all-day battery justify the asking price for anyone who values power and wants a phone that fits comfortably in one hand. The single camera and modest charging speed are the genuine compromises, and neither is a dealbreaker if you are not a photography enthusiast or someone who lives on their charger. The lack of microSD expansion means the higher storage tiers (512GB, 1TB) are worth the extra outlay if you hoard media. For a phone released in early 2024, it is already three years old in 2026, but the performance does not show that age yet.
Verdict
This phone suits someone who values a thin, light frame with genuine performance and a smooth display over a versatile camera or lightning-fast charging. Anyone who shoots photos as a priority or needs submersion-proof durability should look elsewhere.
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 handles modern games and apps without lag, with Adreno 730 graphics matching phones that cost double
- 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh and 431 ppi sharpness makes scrolling and video watching visibly smoother than budget alternatives
- 5800 mAh battery delivers a full day of mixed use on a single charge, including browsing and gaming
- Slim 8mm thickness and 192g weight make it comfortable to hold for hours without fatigue
- 35W charging takes roughly 50 to 65 minutes from empty, which is standard for the price but rivals at this tier now push 100W or more
- Single 108MP camera with no optical zoom or ultrawide means distant shots are cropped and wide landscapes need awkward tilting
- IP53 rating protects only against dust and vertical spray, not submersion; the thin frame is prone to bending if dropped on an edge
Honor X50 GT Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2024, January 04 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.78 inches, 112.6 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio), AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2652 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~431 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| Main camera | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.67", PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Battery | 5800 mAh |
| Charging | 35W wired7.5W reverse wired |
| Software | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 75.5 x 8 mm (6.44 x 2.97 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 192 g (6.77 oz) |
| Durability | IP53 dust protected and water resistant (vertical water sprays) |
| Network | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Honor X50 GT FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the X50 GT support 5G?
Yes. The X50 GT supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the X50 GT use?
The X50 GT runs on the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).
What display does the X50 GT have?
A 6.78 inches, 112.6 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio) AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 1220 x 2652 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~431 ppi density).
How big is the X50 GT battery?
The X50 GT has a 5800 mAh battery. Charging is rated at 35W wired7.5W reverse wired.
Does the X50 GT have NFC?
Yes, the X50 GT has NFC.
Is the X50 GT water resistant?
The X50 GT carries a IP53 dust protected and water resistant (vertical water sprays) rating.
Does the X50 GT support a microSD card?
No, the X50 GT does not support expandable storage.
Does the X50 GT have a headphone jack?
No, the X50 GT does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Alternatives to consider
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