Honor has launched its much-awaited Honor X50 GT in China starting at 1,999 Yuan ($280) and the smartphone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, making it the one of the best budget gaming phones on the market.
Pricing and Configurations
The Honor X50 GT has been released in four different versions for sale in China at different price points, including 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,999 Yuan (~$280), 16 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,299 Yuan (~$325), 16 GB RAM + 512 GB storage for 2,499 Yuan (~$350), and 16 GB RAM + 1 TB storage for 2,799 Yuan (~$395).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.78-inch curved-edge OLED, 1.5K resolution |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| RAM | LPDDR5 |
| Storage | UFS 3.1 |
| Battery | 5,800mAh with 35W fast charging |
| Front Camera | 8-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 108-megapixel primary, 2-megapixel depth sensor |
| Heat Dissipation | 5100mm² VC heat dissipation unit |
| Additional Features | In-display fingerprint scanner, IR blaster, IP53 |
| Operating System | Android 14 with MagicOS 7.2 |
The Honor X50 GT is strategically aimed at the online audience in China, providing an affordable yet powerful option. For offline markets, Honor offers a rebranded version named the Honor X50 Pro. With a focus on gaming prowess and versatile configurations, the X50 GT aims to capture the attention of budget-conscious consumers.
