Honor made a subtle yet significant move by silently introducing the X50 Pro smartphone in China, drawing attention to its impressive capabilities. While preparing for the grand launch of the Magic 6 series, this stealthy release positions the X50 Pro as an offline-centric device, destined to flourish primarily through physical retail channels.
Key Points:
Stealthy Launch: Honor quietly unveiled the X50 Pro in China alongside preparations for the Magic 6 series launch.
Offline Focus: Positioned as an offline-focused device, the X50 Pro is anticipated to thrive primarily through physical retail channels.
Potential Rebranding: Speculations suggest a potential rebranding as the Honor X50 GT for online sales, alongside the confirmed X50 GT launch on January 6th with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip.
Features:
Design and Variants: Available in Green and Black shades, offering a single variant: 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, priced at 2,799 Yuan (approximately $425).
Display and Imaging: Features a 6.78-inch curved OLED display with 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. Boasts a 108MP main sensor and 2MP macro lens on the rear, an 8MP front camera, a slim profile at 8.45mm, and 192g weight.
Processing Power: Runs on an underclocked version of the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, featuring a 5100 mm2 vapor cooling system for thermal management. Operates on Magic OS 7.2 based on Android 13.
Battery and Connectivity: Packs a substantial 5800mAh battery with 35W charging. Includes NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, and a USB Type-C port.
Specifications:
Display: 6.78-inch curved OLED, 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate
Storage: 12GB RAM, 256GB storage
Processor: Underclocked Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Cameras: 108MP main + 2MP macro rear, 8MP front
OS: Magic OS 7.2 based on Android 13
Battery: 5800mAh, 35W charging
Connectivity: NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, USB Type-C
Pricing and Availability:
Price: 2,799 Yuan (around $425)
Availability: Launched in China with offline focus; potential online variant, Honor X50 GT, in the pipeline.
