HTC Windows Phone 8X
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- AnonD-117222
- M%j
- 25 Feb 2013
After a few weeks using this phone, I can say that the HTC Windows Phone 8X has an excellent design thanks to its curved lines and monochassis colorful body, which is also great to hold.
The screen has one of the highest pixel density in the market and, while it is a little bit small for today standards, it should be big enough for most users.
Performance in applications and games is excellent, and Windows 8 interface moves smoothly thanks to the Snapdragon S4 dual core processor at 1.5GHz and 1GB of RAM. Unfortunately the internal storage is quite limited with only 16GB.
The camera performance is quite good, also not as good as the Nokia Lumia 920 in low light conditions. If you want to see a comparison between pictures taken by HTC Windows Phone 8X, HTC One X+ and Nokia Lumia 920 check this analisis del HTC Windows Phone 8X article (text in Spanish but pictures can be easily found): http://www.teknofilo.com/analisis-del-htc-one-8x/
Finally, its price tag makes this telephone a very attractive option for anyone looking for a Windows Phone 8 device.
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- Anonymous
- 8Hr
- 22 Feb 2013
AnonD-115591, 21 Feb 2013Overall it's an amazing phone. While is "only" pa... moreWould you recommend for me to exchange my lg Optimus g for the htc 8x??
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- AnonD-115591
- nDA
- 21 Feb 2013
Overall it's an amazing phone. While is "only" packs a dual core krait cpu, you won't feel the difference between this and a quad core android. The experience is smooth and lagfree. As a bonus for the dual core instead of quad, the battery life is among the best, its better than my previous owned HTC ONE X.
Build quality is amazing (didn't expect otherwise from HTC), and front facing camera is a jewel, no more pics in the mirror .
Only con is the poor app store, but for that I blame Microsoft not HTC, hopefully will get populated this year.
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- CK
- SgK
- 21 Feb 2013
I've been using the 8x for about two months now, using it mainly for work. It's light, fits your hand perfectly and works with out hick-ups. The most important task for me are texting, calling and e-mail and it just works without complaining.
Starting with a full battery on Monday, I only need a charge on wednesday morning to see me through the week.
The design is eyecatching (I've got a blue one), but still holds up in a business environment. It does look a bit clunky on the pictures, but it's really smooth when you see it in your hand. The rubberized back makes absolutely sure your don't drop it. Also very comfortable, no problems with strain on long phone calls.
Windows 8 takes some getting used to, but this phone makes it fun to play and explore!
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- hukkiepukkie
- K2I
- 21 Feb 2013
Damn smart smartphone!! lightweight and cool looking phone. Battery life : u don hav to worry for a day....whatever u do!!
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- holy bear
- mS7
- 20 Feb 2013
This is by far one of the most beautifully crafted phones I've owned or even seen.
The polycarbonate hugs the display perfectly, and its seamless and angle-less design is just perfect.
The batterylife is far better than any other serious smartphone I've had, giving me two days at work without recharging.
The screen is very good, although I would have preferred it just a tad bigger. Compared to the size of the phone, it feels just a tad undersized. What is there is beautiful, though. Vivid colours and no pixelation.
The phone is smooth and quick in use, especially for corporate uses (email & other messaging).
The cameras are definitely good enough, the wide-angle frontfacing camera being a very nice touch that actually makes you use it more. I didn't bring a camera on my last vacation and I didn't miss it. All pictures were taken with the 8X and they all turned out fine.
Beats audio: I like it. Opinions may vary, but I like the fuller sound that it brings to the table.
My one gripe is the on/off button. It's harder to reach than it needed to be; I'd have placed it on the right side rather than on top.
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- Ash29
- x%g
- 20 Feb 2013
The best WP8 phone available!
This is a superb phone, as with all HTC products, it looks stunning and feels great in your hand. It is super fast to use and the vibrant display means that the Windows 8 OS looks amazing.
The cameras are excellent, particularly the front facing one as it has a good size lens and produces good images, making it a usable feature rather than just a useless add on.
The battery life is comparable to any other smartphone on the market and will provide a days intensive use.
The Beats Audio is another great feature and makes listening to all your favourite music and videos enjoyable.
Overall this is a great looking device, with features well suited to use as a media device, the only drawback is the lack of expandable memory.
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- gotomanners
- mRv
- 19 Feb 2013
I’ve had the 8X for about a month so I’ve really had time to play around with it and I have to say it is a stunning device and a joy to use.
Design:
The HTC 8X is beautiful to look at and to hold(sometimes my gf gets jealous). It has a soft matte polycarbonate exterior which provides great grip and feels great in your hand. Thanks to the round thin edges you get a feeling of a premium sleek phone, which is great. Overall its a real eye catcher.
OS:
This was my first windows phone device and I really enjoyed the OS. Coming from a HTC One X(Android), there was no switching barrier. The OS user interface and controls are very intuitive. The look and feel is very customisable and user friendly and have subtle but beautiful effects and transitions, giving the device an overall smooth feel.
Battery:
The 8X sports a nice 1,800mAh battery & I found it to be just right. I am generally a power user and I would regularly get a full days use out of a single charge. On days with intensive use, this would reduce considerably so thats a downside.
Apps:
Coming from an android device, I was let down by the Windows app store. They have the popular apps, Facebook, Twitter and the likes but thats about it. If you’re accustomed to the variety of apps available on other platforms then you may share my opinion on this one. The Windows Phone app store is still growing and fast too so I won’t worry about this too much.
Media:
The camera quality on the 8x is superb. 8MP rear facing and 2.1MP This combination leads to impressive shots. I used the camera in bright and low light conditions(night outs) and the quality is super. The front facing camera has a wide angle lens which means you capture everyone in those group shots that we love so much.
Videos are captured in full 1080p HD quality at 30fps and they look amazing when played back on the big screen.
Sound on this device is backed by the Beats Audio and with a nice pair of earphones you can really tell the difference.
Summary:
The 8X is a beautiful device I enjoy using it. It gets top marks for design, hardware and media features but takes a hit with the battery life and lack of apps to really make it shine.
The 8X is my secondary phone at the moment and I’m in no hurry to jump ship from android as of now but I see Windows Phone making a big splash in the nearest future.
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- AnonD-114627
- fnk
- 19 Feb 2013
if i have HTC windows 8 how can i send a picture or songs through bluetooth please help
thanks
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- drtolson
- MiH
- 19 Feb 2013
HTC 8X Review
Intro:
When HTC announced the 8X as their flagship Windows 8 Phone, I couldn't wait. I had a LUmia 900 at the time, but found it heavy and bulky in my suit pockets. I wanted something lighter, cooler, and definitely WP8. I've been a fan of HTC since the early WM6.x days, so I picked one up as soon as they became available in Canada..
Speed:
The Qualcomm 1.5Ghz dual-core CPU does a wonderful job of keeping WP8 and all my apps running smooth as silk. No hiccups or delays anywhere, no matter what I'm running.
Screen:
I quite like the 4.3 inch form factor. I've seen and worked with larger screens, but for my 'medium-sized' hands, it makes things difficult to use one-handed. I had the OneX for a while, and the 8x screen is great, it doesn't have the same 'pop' as the OneX.
Battery:
The multi-cell 1800mAh LiIon batter easily lasts through a 24 hour period on my generally light use, even with LTE and BT turned on all the time. Although the WP8 O/S does a better job of power management, I still find GPS and WiFi to be major battery burners. There's no real need for NFC here in Canada (yet), so that's been turned off and I only use WiFi when I'm at home at the end of the day for downloads, updates, etc.
Camera:
The 8mp main cameral is generally OK. Overall, it seems to be similar to the one in my OneX, but the pictures don't seem quite as crisp. It struggles in low light situations. The front facing wide-angle lens is great for including more friends and environment in sharing pictures, but it makes it difficult to get a realistic view of just yourself -- looks like you're shooting with a fish-eye lens.
Sound:
Generally, the sound is pretty good, with solid sound coming from the speakers which work well even in noisy situations. The in call volume coming from the earpiece is good, but callers are sometimes difficult to hear in noisy situations, especially outdoors. Volume using the speakerphone is fine.
I find the Beats Audio (which works only on plugged-in headphones -- why not BT stereo headphones??) is too heavy at the low end. It's almost like too wide a spectrum is being emphasized, but without the bass end lacks 'sparkle' and precision.
Recorded Audio with video is OK, but gets mushy and distorted in loud situations (I think the 8X needs a better compression algorithm)
Video:
The 8X easily plays all the major formats and resolutions with ease. There were no sync problems between audio and video. Recorded video is good, but the auto-focus struggles and is slow, and again there are problems with low light situations.
Exterior and Build Quality:
With Microsoft's mandatory button placements for Windows Phones, it's hard to for manufacturers to find a way to differentiate themselves. HTC has done a great job with the 8X in making a sleak, easy-to-handle handset which is very good looking as well. The colours (mine is California Blue) attract attention and help them stand out in a crowd. (My teenage son though, prefers the non-descript black :-)
I've always been impressed with HTC's build quality and the 8X is no exception. Others have mentioned problems with colour wearing off on the corners, but I haven't seen any of this in the three months I've had the phone, but mine spends most of its time in business attire, not jeans.
Apps provided by HTC:
This is an area where HTC needs to apply more energy. With the O/S experience being pretty well identical on all WP phones, the best way to stand out is with the app suite available from the manufacturer or the cellular provider. The HTC portion of the WP Store is pretty weak, especially compared to the variety and quality of apps provided by other manufacturers.
Overall:
This is one powerful phone. It's a joy to hold and own and is definitely at the head of the current pack of WP8 phones. I love it!
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- AnonD-114466
- kgK
- 19 Feb 2013
This is a great all around phone. I was kinda worried about coming from an android phone, but the ability to have most of the android capibilities on a Windows phone. i had all my music and email accounts from my android phone and could find most apps for the 8x as I did on my android phone. The camera has great quaility and plenty of apps for that too. It's got a 1.5ghz dual processor that makes playing games and surfing the web smooth and fluid. I would recommend this phone to anybody looking for the cutting edge in Windows 8 phone
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- southy
- nuf
- 18 Feb 2013
I have had this phone for about 6 weeks now and I think its superb, looks so cool, fits nicely in your hand, the shape of it makes it feel a lot slimmer than it actually is. Great sounding Beats audio, if you like listening to music on your phone. The camera takes amazing shots, and an extra wide 2MP front facing camera to get all your pals in that all important photo. Battery lasts well, about a day and a half with normal usage. Well recomended!
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- AnonD-113710
- nwr
- 18 Feb 2013
A simple smartphone with character
The first Windows Phone 8 smartphone coming to market is always a liability. And we can say that HTC and quickly grabbed this opportunity well.
Focusing on hardware me, and leaving only a few small lines for the OS, I can say that HTC has struggled to put this piece of technology in our hands. Since the quality of construction materials used, so I took the 8X was led by a sense of beauty and security. All want a telephone robust and durable, but preferably not resemble a brick. HTC Mission accomplished!
This beauty combined with some of the latest technological specifications, such as a Super LCD2 screen, 720p 4.3-inch screen, a dual-core Snapdragon S4, NFC and supported by a sound beatsaudio, we are undoubtedly facing a high-end Windows Phone.
Of course these days, the issue of high-end becomes increasingly relative, as the speed of technological innovations from major manufacturers starting to become supersonic. We can not wonder too if our new smartphone after 6 months no longer feel so "new", but since it accomplishes its goals, we always say that this is a good phone. And here at HTC with its 8X not let your credit for more alien, not letting us look bad.
The Super LCD2 has excellent viewing angles, combined with a more than sufficient resolution (341ppi), not disappointed, either inside or outside, where despite the brightness, remains excellent viewing ease. The Gorilla Glass assures the durability and beauty of these characteristics covering practically the whole front of the body of 8X.
This body is gifted with slender lines and curves, which fit like a glove (silk) to our hands (regardless of size). The ratio of the screen size and thickness was really well done. Nothing to say also in the use of materials. Give a feeling of robustness perfect (despite the rubberized surface is subject to certain risks ...) and security.
Hardware buttons, the needed: power, volume and much desired button dedicated to camera. Just a reminder to the stylized and slightly projecting power and volume buttons, which are sometimes not the easiest to find ... at least in my case! At the bottom we find the microUSB standard, right next to the microphone. At the top, the output 3.5 mm microphone secondary and side access to micro-SIM. And nothing more. Simple and effective.
Inside we find an 8X 1800mAh removable battery, which provides us energy for a day of use under normal conditions. On a more personal note, I would like to start seeing better times and longer use. It seems that battery technology has not advanced much or not be a major issue? ... We also have an internal memory of 16 GB, without physical access, the minimum needed for normal use. Anyway, we can always bail us of cloud storage, with services like Microsoft Skydrive.
Speaking of cameras, we have a page with 8 MP f/2.0, allowing us to take pictures acceptable in low light conditions. The quality of the images is one that HTC has accustomed us. Good images with detail and vibrant colors. More than enough to post our photos in various social networks. The video is also acceptable, HD 1080p / 30 fps. Just did not like the service in low light conditions, revealing image with enough grain. The front camera is only reasonable, with 2.1 MP, finding that the 8X deserved something a little better.
Not going deep into the universe of Windows 8 OS, I can only say that a smartphone is easy to use, with the buttons as usual Back, Home and Search (customary and compulsory for all Windows Phone), and which easily gets used. The entire interface is simple, clear and easy to habituation, which makes this 8X accessible to anyone, whether beginners or advanced users.
One last reminder of something "strange". The hardware includes an FM radio module, which can not be used due to lack of available software! Blame Windows 8 OS or just something "forgotten"?
In short:
The 8X has a fantastic body, shows up well dressed, but not just appearances. Accompanied intelligence enough to compete with the best smartphones on the market to date. Specifications top and helps complete enough that the 8X remains present for some time. And if you're looking for a smartphone easy to set up, use and durable, it can be yours.
Most:
Screen
Quality construction
Performance
Beauty
Ease of Use
The least:
Battery
Internal Memory
Lack of FM radio
Store applications undeveloped
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- AnonD-114143
- Py@
- 18 Feb 2013
First, the design. HTC 8X has strong industrial design with bold color choices and beautiful polycarbonate finish. It feels great on your hand, and you look good holding it. The screen is gorgeous and at 4.3", single hand operation is still possible. The combination Windows Phone 8 interface and HTC's hardware technology will please your eye every minute of the day.
Next, performance. The smartphone is really smooth. There's no lag whatsoever. Multitasking is supported, and no fuss here. Web browsing leaves good experiences with multiple tab support (up to 6).
Beats Audio is a huge addition, it enhances sonic experience. Sound is clear and the amount of bass will please your ear. The camera and video is a strong point here. Photos are decent with right amount of details (as long as you take them under good lighting). Battery is not bad (it last one day on regular use) but it could've been better. The only issue I've encountered is storage. 16GB isn't that spacious these days. Sure, you get extra space from SkyDrive.
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- StingraysRhys
- JAW
- 17 Feb 2013
The Looks: What a stunning device! A solid and vibrant colour that makes the phone stand out - simple but stylish. The blue fits perfectly with the blue tiles on the phone and makes the phone look fabulous. The shape fits perfectly in your hand and feels VERY light and VERY thin.
The Power: A huge processor results in the operating system running super-fast - you'll never notice any lag or delays in anything you want to do. It makes doing all your favourite tasks quick and easy, taking no time at all.
The Screen: Although a bit big, making the phone huge in your hand, it looks fantastic. The colours are excellent and the resolution is superb. The blacks are very black, and even when the screen is on the 'Low' brightness setting it's easy to read wherever you are.
The Camera: The amazing 8MP camera takes shots that you'd think were on a digital camera. It launches quickly so you can take snaps instantly, and you can take many photos one after another without much wait in between.
The Battery: It's good. It's not fantastic. It's certainly not poor though. It'll last you a full day with reasonably heavy use though, so it's unlikely you'll be running out of juice half way through your day. A tip is to switch off all the background tasks and location settings that you'll never use - that'll save huge amounts of battery.
Things to think about:
- The operating system doesn't quite have a great Market for apps, but most are replaceable with alternatives.
- The device is quite big. If a huge phone isn't your thing, then the HTC 8S would be better for you - very similar, very quick operating system, and stunning design - it's even better looking than this 8X.
- Make sure you search through settings to reduce battery consumption.
Other than those small points, it's a great phone and a pleasure to use on a day to day basis. You won't be disappointed.
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- JayL
- qi9
- 17 Feb 2013
Based on hardware alone, this is easily the most portable device running Windows Phone 8 on the market. It's only slightly bigger than the HTC 8S but both are remarkably smaller and lighter than other Phone 8 devices without compromising screen size. The front-facing camera has a wider capture angle than other phones and makes it easy to take group pictures. The body is easy to hold and the touch screen is very responsive. The end result is a device that feels solid in your hand and lets you easily see the work you're doing while on the run. It's a fantastic device!
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- AnonD-113946
- 0pj
- 17 Feb 2013
Windows is the world's ubiquitous OS - as far as PC's are concerned - yet a relatively small player in the world of mobile communication. Much of this is due, I feel, to the relatively meager specifications demanded by Microsoft for their phones. With the release of Windows Phone 8 that has changed dramatically - and for the better.
The HTC 8X is a fantastic example of what is now available for those users who either want a new experience, a (slightly) less walled garden, or a a simpler way of communicating.
HTC have delivered this opportunity in a package which at least equals their Android offerings in a variety of ways.
The construction is of a premium quality - both the form factor and the materials involved result in a aesthetically pleasing experience - one of the few phones you will often just hold so as to look at it.
Internally, whilst limited by Microsoft's specifications, both the screen and CPU combine to deliver a smooth and "hitch-free" experience whilst browsing or multi-tasking - the screen being especially pleasing to the eye.
Sound quality is outstanding - especially with high-rate MP3s - whilst video runs smoothly without lag.
The only points of concern would be the rather awkward power button (though the addition of a dedicated camera button is much appreciated) and the wanton pleasure the rubberized coating takes in picking up marks.
On the subject of the camera - I found the quality to be slightly less than other offering by HTC - but the addition of a wide angle lens allows for great, more group-friendly, shots.
In conclusion, the HTC 8X is a fantastic phone - and whatever your feeling about your preferred OS - the actual phone is a pleasure to use and well worth a try.
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- AnonD-113727
- n}P
- 16 Feb 2013
Functional, capable with amazing design. It's HTC 8X!
SCREEN
Made from Gorilla Glass 2 with curved edges making the screen itself top of the range. It has 341 pixels per inch with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels (720p) on a 4.3'' screen size. When you combine all of these things you are going to get amazing vivid colors, superb brightness and if you are in direct sunlight you can still see everything on your device. Crisp display is one of the things that separate this amazing device from others.
SOUND
Dr Dre's Beats Audio technology is integrated in 8X, making it first Windows Phone 8 device that has Beats Audio technology integrated This is basically an amplifier in your headphone jack that will allow you to have very clear and amazing sound. Even if you are going to use large set of headphone it's going to be more then enough to pump the sound to them. This phone is going to take you seriously if you demand sound quality and it will provide it through multimedia, music and with voice calls.
CAMERA
One of big surprises when I got this phone in my hands is the camera, and dedicated camera button that should be a must have for mobile devices considering that we use our mobile camera more and more. Front camera has 2.1 megapixels and it's going to help you capture amazing clear shoots, and F2.0 aperture is going to make those shots even more amazing, While front camera can record 1080p video.
Main camera has 8 megapixels with auto focus and LED flash. BSI sensor is going to help with shots in low light environment It has F2.0 aperture and 28mm lens. Before pointing and shooting you can adjust shutter speed, color and resolution. The camera links you to a range of apps that are recommended for picture manipulation. While camera does not have burst more, nor panorama feature it's still amazing. My favorite is using it at 6 megapixels for taking wide screen shots, and 8 megapixel for very detailed shots that will really amaze you.
DESIGN
I just love the shape and the feel of the phone. It fits perfectly in my hand, pocket and on my desk. Colors are eye catching, and I can say that it draws a lot of attention because you don't see a lot of colored phones out there (mine is blue). Body curves make the phone very slim and you have a feeling that back just connects to the front of the phone. Back of the phone has an amazing finish that melts with your hand and it's not slippery so you can be sure that it will stay in your hand.
BATTERY
Embedded & rechargeable Li-ion Polymer battery with a capacity of 1800 mAh gives me more then a day of usage. With 3G and Wi-Fi activated it more then enough. Standby battery life is superb with 3 days with minimal use.
HARDWARE
The phone uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon dual core 1.5Ghz processor with 1GB of RAM making it super fast, and user is presented with a fluid experience while using it. CPU and memory will allow you to keep that experience with everything you throw at it.
It supports fastest version of 3G, called HSPA+ that can really show you what speed is. GPS antenna with GLONASS allow you to use your favorite navigation apps from Marketplace. From connectivity you can find 3.5 mm audio jack, Bluetooth 3.1, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n and it's NFC capable.
One of biggest surprises that I got after connecting my 8X to my Ubuntu laptop is that file transfer works out of the box. You can understand my surprise that this works considering that Windows Phone OS is manufactured by Microsoft. I know that not many of you are using Linux as your main system but this is a big deal and it should be known if any other Linux users is considering in buying this amazing device.
OS
I had my reservations about Windows Phone but now I must say that it's all gone. OS is fast, easy to use and very intuitive. From WP7 to WP8 you can see that Microsoft is doing a good job, and HTC recognized that. In case you have a reservation about the OS I would urge you to first try it out. As a big Android fan i was presently surprised.
DURABILITY:
I am not using a case with my phone because it feels great in my hand, it's not slippery and Gorrila Glass 2 provides great protection. I just feel safe using the phone as it is, and I would urge you to try holding the phone to see how it feels.
HTC 8X is an amazing device and it will exceed your expectations as it did mine. The phone is easy to use with smooth and very fast UI, and when you combine video and sound quality you get a superb device. This is the phone that stands our from others.
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- anakin78z
- kSN
- 16 Feb 2013
The best thing, hands down, about this phone is the feel of it in your hand. HTC has done an amazing job getting just the right finish on it, and this thin and slender phone feels amazing when you hold it. The pictures don't do it justice. I also really like that it comes in color, rather than the same old grey and white (I have the blue).
It's a solid performer and WP8 runs very well on it. I had some issues with audio cutting out, though that may have been the Audible app. The cameras are good, but not great. They perform excellent in outdoor lighting, but low light photos don't tend to come out great. The front facing camera has a neat feature: wide angle. This is a really great idea and something that will likely find its way to every other smartphone in the future. It just makes sense... when skyping or taking a picture of yourself and your friends, you just get a lot more in the picture.
Overall I like this phone a lot more than I thought I might, and I guess that says it all.
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- AnonD-113618
- naQ
- 16 Feb 2013
I'm using the 8X for almost two months now and I must say it totally rocks!
The camera's are very good with 8 and 2 Mega pixels and a wide-angle front-camera for much portrait fun! I love the physical button for the camera, so much easier to use than tapping the screen.
The 1,5 GHz duo-core processor gives the 8X great speed and smooth handling, you get where you want in no time at all, I noticed the 8X is mostly faster than other (new) phones from friends..
Listening to music is a treat! the 8X is my first HTC with Beats Audio and I love it! not only with headphones but also hooked up with my stereo!
I've heard some comments about battery life, but for me it is more than sufficient.. using it for a day is no problem and it gets new juice at night.. Also a WP8 update manages power better and that got rid of some usage.
My daughter regularly plays with my phone, but no worries anymore that she might mess up the settings thanks to a neat little plug-in named Play-corner. She can access all games from there and she loves it.
The overall feel and look are very nice, I know HTC is always trying to get this at the highest level, and they really succeeded with the 8X.
I can only say that I totally love the 8X and it replaced my Sensation without regrets, and I never thought I would trade it in for anything else..