The Honor X50 has secured the third position in Canalys' recent smartphone shipment report for the third quarter of 2024, capturing 2.8% of the overall Chinese market, surpassing the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Price Comparison
Currently, the starting price of the iPhone is around seven times higher than that of the X50 in China, which may explain why consumers favored the Honor model in the latest rankings.
Specifications and Features
Moreover, the device, powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, has made its debut as the first smartphone boasting improved Honor Taichi durability. It has received an SGS-certified "five-star drop resistance rating" for its curved glass body, along with a 120Hz 1.5K AMOLED display.
The X50 outperformed other high-end phones, such as the Redmi K70 Ultra, which is also sold as the Xiaomi 14T Pro on Amazon. The Redmi K70 Ultra landed in 7th place, only achieving a 2.3% market share in the latest report.
Huawei and Other Competitors
Huawei has been making significant efforts to regain its market share in China over the past years but only managed to have one entry in this latest top 10 list. The Pura 70, ranked #6, belongs to the company's newer flagship series.
In the 10th spot, Vivo's Y37 made an appearance, while Oppo climbed to 4th place with its A3x, both of which are budget-friendly options.
Market Leaders
Ultimately, Apple maintained its lead with the iPhone 15 Pro Max, responsible for 3% of all smartphone shipments in China. The iPhone 15 Pro and the standard 15 held positions #8 and #9, while the 16 Pro rounded out the top 5 list.
