The mid-range smartphone market is fiercely competitive, and the Honor X50 GT and Huawei Enjoy 70X represent compelling options for users seeking strong performance without a flagship price tag. However, they take drastically different approaches to achieving this – the Honor X50 GT leverages Qualcomm’s older but potent Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Huawei Enjoy 70X relies on the in-house Kirin 8000A. This comparison will dissect the key differences to determine which device delivers the best overall experience.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Honor X50 GT emerges as the stronger choice. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 provides a significant performance advantage over the Kirin 8000A, particularly in demanding tasks like gaming. While the Enjoy 70X offers a slightly more efficient chipset, the X50 GT’s raw power and 35W charging outweigh this benefit.
| Network |
|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE | LTE |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA | SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| Launch |
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| Announced | 2025, January 03 | 2024, January 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, January 13 | Available. Released 2024, January 09 |
| Body |
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back or silicone polymer back (eco leather) | - |
| Dimensions | 164 x 74.9 x 8 mm (6.46 x 2.95 x 0.31 in) | 163.6 x 75.5 x 8 mm (6.44 x 2.97 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 189 g or 193 g (6.67 oz) | 192 g (6.77 oz) |
| Display |
|---|
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700 pixels (~437 ppi density) | 1220 x 2652 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~431 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 112.6 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR Vivid | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Hexa-core (3x2.19 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x1.84 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Kirin 8000A - Enjoy 70XKirin 8000 - Enjoy 70X Premium | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 | Adreno 730 |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.2 | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 |
| Memory |
|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM |
| Main Camera |
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| Dual | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF
Auxiliary lens | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.67", PDAF
Auxiliary lens |
| Features | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Video | 4K, 1080p | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera |
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| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Video | 4K, 1080p | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound |
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| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| Comms |
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features |
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, ultrasound proximity, compass |
| Battery |
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| Charging | 40W wired | 35W wired
7.5W reverse wired |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 6100 mAh | Li-Po 5800 mAh |
| Misc |
|---|
| Colors | Black, White, Blue, Green, Gold | Black, Silver |
| Models | BRE-AL80, BRE-AL80a | ALP-AN00 |
| Price | - | About 260 EUR |
Huawei Enjoy 70X
- Superior processing power with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- More efficient thermal management
- Faster charging speeds (35W) and reverse charging capability
- Potentially slightly lower battery life during heavy use
- May be more expensive than the Enjoy 70X
Honor X50 GT
- Potentially better battery life with Kirin 8000A
- 40W wired charging
- Likely more affordable
- Significantly weaker performance compared to Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
- Less capable ISP for image processing
Display Comparison
Neither device boasts a standout display. While specific panel details (like OLED vs. LCD) are missing for the Enjoy 70X, its market positioning suggests an LCD panel. The X50 GT’s display specs are also unavailable, but Honor typically focuses on larger screens in this series. The key difference lies in processing power; the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1’s Adreno 730 GPU will handle graphically intensive content more effectively, resulting in smoother visuals during gaming or video playback, regardless of the panel type. The lack of LTPO on either device suggests standard refresh rates, impacting power consumption during dynamic content.
Camera Comparison
Detailed camera specifications are limited. However, given the price points, both phones likely feature a primary camera around the 50MP mark. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1’s ISP (Image Signal Processor) is more advanced, enabling faster image processing and potentially better low-light performance on the Honor X50 GT. The Enjoy 70X’s Kirin 8000A ISP is capable, but will likely lag behind in dynamic range and detail capture. The presence of OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) would be a significant advantage for either device, but is unconfirmed for both.
Performance
The performance gap is the most significant differentiator. The Honor X50 GT’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm) is an octa-core powerhouse featuring a Cortex-X2 prime core clocked at 3.0 GHz, alongside three Cortex-A710 performance cores and four Cortex-A510 efficiency cores. This contrasts sharply with the Huawei Enjoy 70X’s Kirin 8000A (or 8000, depending on the variant), a hexa-core chip with older Cortex-A77 cores. The 4nm fabrication process of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 also contributes to better thermal efficiency, minimizing throttling during sustained workloads. The X50 GT will demonstrably outperform the Enjoy 70X in CPU and GPU-intensive tasks, offering a more fluid multitasking experience and higher frame rates in games.
Battery Life
The Huawei Enjoy 70X’s Kirin 8000A, being built on a less power-hungry architecture, *may* offer slightly better battery life during typical usage. However, the Honor X50 GT compensates with faster 35W wired charging, compared to the Enjoy 70X’s 40W. While 40W appears faster, the Snapdragon’s power draw is higher, meaning a full 0-100% charge on the X50 GT might take a comparable amount of time. The X50 GT also includes 7.5W reverse wired charging, a feature absent on the Enjoy 70X, allowing it to top up other devices.
Buying Guide
Buy the Huawei Enjoy 70X if you prioritize a potentially longer battery life and are primarily focused on everyday tasks like browsing, social media, and light multimedia consumption. Buy the Honor X50 GT if you’re a gamer, frequently multitask, or demand a smoother, more responsive experience overall. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 offers a substantial performance leap for power users.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Will the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the Honor X50 GT overheat during prolonged gaming sessions?
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is known for its thermal efficiency, especially compared to its predecessor. While some heat generation is inevitable during intense gaming, the 4nm process and Honor’s thermal management system should prevent significant throttling, allowing for sustained performance. However, prolonged gaming at maximum settings will still generate heat.
❓ Is the Kirin 8000A in the Huawei Enjoy 70X sufficient for playing popular mobile games like PUBG Mobile or Genshin Impact?
The Kirin 8000A can run PUBG Mobile and Genshin Impact, but you’ll likely need to lower the graphics settings to achieve a smooth frame rate. It won’t deliver the same level of performance or visual fidelity as the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the Honor X50 GT, particularly in demanding scenes.
❓ Does the Honor X50 GT support high refresh rate gaming?
While the exact refresh rate of the X50 GT's display is unknown, the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 is capable of driving high refresh rate panels. Whether the phone *utilizes* a high refresh rate display and supports it in games will depend on the display panel itself and game optimization.
❓ What are the implications of Huawei's continued use of Kirin chips given the restrictions on TSMC?
Huawei's use of the Kirin 8000A demonstrates their ability to continue chip production despite restrictions. However, these chips are likely manufactured using older processes or by alternative foundries, potentially impacting performance and efficiency compared to leading-edge Snapdragon or MediaTek chips.
