Should You Upgrade from the Honor X9 to the X50?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the Honor X9 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 X9, and the BeastScore rises from 79.5 to 80.3. The biggest improvements: camera rated 12 points higher, battery rated 12 points higher, 1,000 mah bigger battery. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 8 points lower, display rated 24 points lower.
What you gain with the X50
- +Camera rated 12 points higher
- +Battery rated 12 points higher
- +1,000 mAh bigger battery
- +Higher-resolution main camera (+60 MP)
What you give up
- −Performance rated 8 points lower
- −Display rated 24 points lower
- −2 GB less RAM
| Spec | Honor X9 | X50 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 79.5 | 80.3 | No real change |
| Performance score | 80 | 72 | −8 (10%) |
| Camera score | 78 | 90 | +12 (15%) |
| Battery score | 80 | 92 | +12 (15%) |
| Display score | 86 | 62 | −24 (28%) |
| Battery capacity | 4,800 mAh | 5,800 mAh | +1,000 mAh (21%) |
| Screen size | 6.8" | 6.8" | No real change |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | +60 MP (125%) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB | −2 GB (25%) |
| Weight | 189 g | 185 g | No real change |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
- Photo quality is a priority for you
Honor X9 vs X50: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the Honor X9 to the X50?
Maybe — worth it only if the new features matter to you. The X50 is 1 year newer than the Honor X9, and the BeastScore rises from 79.5 to 80.3. The biggest improvements: camera rated 12 points higher, battery rated 12 points higher, 1,000 mah bigger battery. Trade-offs to know: performance rated 8 points lower, display rated 24 points lower.
What is the biggest difference between the Honor X9 and X50?
Camera rated 12 points higher: 78 on the Honor X9 vs 90 on the X50.
Does the X50 have a bigger battery than the Honor X9?
The X50 has a 5,800 mAh battery versus 4,800 mAh on the Honor X9 (+1,000 mAh (21%)).
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.