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Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.57 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

90%

6.2

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

▼Worse than 60% of smartphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

▼Worse than 88%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

4.3

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

▼Worse than 66%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 86%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

7.1

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

4.3

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

4.3

Audio

3%

6.8

Design

6.2
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 82% of models
Popularity:
Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.6 points, which is higher than 82.2% of smartphones.
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

6.8
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G processor which is faster than processors in 62.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 94.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 80.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
52.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 52.9 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 82.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
2.1 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.57 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.57 inches which is smaller than the screens of 71.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2340 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2340 px which is lower than that of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
392 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 392 ppi which is lower than that of 64% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,300 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 86.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 66 W which is faster than in 67.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160 mm which is shorter than 79.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
73.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.8 mm which is narrower than 85.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.7 mm which is thinner than 82.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Weight
175 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 175 g which is lighter than 89.9% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.8% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,760 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,760 cm³ which is smaller than 91.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2.1x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (2070 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    2,070 vs 988
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Photography, AI Wide-Angle Smart Switching, Link Turbo, Multi-screen Collaboration
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 9.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Honor 50 5G
    the average smartphone
    Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.75 vs 8).
    8.75 vs 8
  • 58.8% more popular
    Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.64 vs 5.4).
    8.64 vs 5.44
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2.1x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (2070 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    2,070 vs 988
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 12.5% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (12,136 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    12,136 vs 10,783
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 13.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,071 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,071 vs 942
  • 26.5% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (5,553 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    5,553 vs 4,389
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.2 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.2 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Photography, AI Wide-Angle Smart Switching, Link Turbo, Multi-screen Collaboration
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 13.3% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (748 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    748 nits vs 660 nits
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 10.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (175 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    175 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.8 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 3.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 16.4% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81,760 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    81,760 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 48.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (490 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    490 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 7.5% worse value for money
    Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.83 vs 7.3).
    6.83 vs 7.34
  • 2.04x more expensive
    Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • 48.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (490 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    490 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 63% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (225 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    225 vs 608
  • 34.8% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (2,492 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    2,492 vs 3,825
  • 20.2% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (2,486 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    2,486 vs 3,115
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No slow-motion recording
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.1 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.1 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.57 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2340 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 252 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (748 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    748 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 0.8% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (392 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    392 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 24.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (594 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    594 min vs 786 min
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2021
    2021 vs 2024

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

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Dariusz Tech
≈ estimated
29/11/2021
Hands-on review · camera, video and microphone tests
Verdict
Honor 50 5G is a nice camera phone for vlogging, but it is too expensive and only worth buying on discount.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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gsmarena.com
19/11/2021
Summary of the review
Honor 50 review - GSMArena.com tests
techradar.com
16/11/2021
Review · Mid-range Android phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a well-rounded mid-range phone with a bright screen and long battery life, but its extra rear cameras add little and the market is crowded.
trustedreviews.com
07/12/2021
Review · Mid-range Android phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 brings Google apps back with a strong screen and reliable battery, though its secondary cameras disappoint and it lacks water resistance.
cnet.com
27/10/2021
Review · Content creator phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a stylish, affordable 5G phone for selfies and vlogging, with decent battery life and fast 66W charging, but it lacks water resistance.
tomsguide.com
27/10/2021
Review · Video-focused mid-range phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 is best for video shooters, with a curved 120Hz screen and fast 66W charging, but its inconsistent cameras and performance trail the OnePlus Nord 2.
digitaltrends.com
17/03/2022
Review · Stylish Android phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 looks good, charges fast and runs Google apps, but it feels much like the Honor 30 Pro and faces rivals offering more for the money.
zdnet.com
04/11/2021
Review · Mid-range 5G phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a respectable mid-range 5G phone with Google apps and a very good curved screen, though its cameras are mixed and it lacks water resistance.
t3.com
10/12/2021
Review · Value mid-range phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 is good value for a mid-range phone, with a bright OLED screen, a strong camera and a long-lasting battery, but no wireless charging or water resistance.
digitalcameraworld.com
24/03/2022
Hands-on test · Camera and design
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a stylish, fast-charging phone whose 108MP main camera takes good pictures, but its two 2MP cameras add little.
mirror.co.uk
16/11/2021
Hands-on review · Gaming and cameras
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a sleek, smooth-screened phone for gamers and content creators, but it has no microSD slot and only USB 2.0.
coolsmartphone.com
10/12/2021
Hands-on review · Design and battery
Verdict
The Honor 50 5G is a nicely shaped, good-looking phone with a smooth 120Hz screen and a battery that gets through a workday, though it cannot expand storage.
photobite.uk
09/11/2021
Hands-on review · Mid-range Android phone
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a mid-range phone with a strong 120Hz screen, decent cameras and fast charging, held back by a single speaker and no headphone jack.
thepoint.online
15/11/2021
Hands-on review · Value and cameras
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a premium-looking phone with a very good screen and strong main camera, good value for its price, though its other rear cameras are weak.
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nextpit.com
18/11/2021
Summary of the review
Honor 50 review: Phoenix that arise from the ashes
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xda-developers.com
31/10/2021
Summary of the review
Honor 50 Review: Google Services were sorely missed
lesnumeriques.com
27/10/2021
Lab-tested review · Screen and photos
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a bright, color-accurate phone whose screen and Google services stand out, but its lack of water resistance is a real drawback at this price.
phonandroid.com
04/11/2021
Hands-on test · Design and screen
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a light, comfortable phone with a smooth screen and Google apps back, though it looks almost identical to the Huawei Nova 9.
frandroid.com
27/11/2021
Full review · Design and software
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a light phone with a bright, high-contrast OLED screen and Google apps, though its camera bump makes it wobble on tables.
top-for-phone.fr
30/06/2022
Hands-on test · Battery and photos
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a good phone for its price, with a 66W charger and about a day and a half of battery, but its photos are only satisfactory.
charlestech.fr
19/06/2024
Full review · Performance and display
Verdict
The Honor 50 is a well-built phone with solid gaming performance and a very good screen, though its protruding camera rings make it rock on a flat table.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Vibrant 120Hz curved OLED display with smooth scrolling and one billion colors
  • Super-fast 66W wired charging reaching 70% in about 20 minutes
  • Return of Google Mobile Services (GMS), including Play Store and Maps
  • Slim, lightweight, and premium-feeling design that is comfortable to hold
  • Solid 32MP front-facing camera ideal for selfies and vlogging
  • Dependable day-to-day performance with the Snapdragon 778G chipset
  • Innovative multi-video recording modes for content creators

What customers don't like about Honor 50 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • No IP rating for water or dust resistance
  • Lacks support for wireless charging
  • Single bottom-firing mono speaker lacks the depth of stereo sound
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack or microSD card slot for expandable storage
  • Secondary rear cameras (macro and depth) are considered 'gimmicky' and low-quality
  • Main camera performance can be inconsistent in low-light/night conditions
  • Magic UI software aesthetic may feel 'cartoonish' or restrictive to some users

Verdict

The Honor 50 (8GB + 256GB) is a sleek and stylish mid-range smartphone, notable for featuring Google Mobile Services (GMS) outside of China, unlike some of its immediate predecessors. Its standout features include a vibrant 6.57-inch OLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a powerful 108MP main camera sensor in its versatile quad-camera setup. Performance is snappy thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G processor and a generous 8GB of RAM. A major pro is its lightning-fast 66W SuperCharge support, which can charge the 4,300mAh battery from near empty to 70% in just 20 minutes. A potential drawback is the lack of optical image stabilization (OIS) and no official IP water resistance rating.

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