X has not released official regional data. Multiple cross-estimated sources (language distribution, ad reach, community observations) suggest a commonly cited figure of approximately 8 million active Chinese-language users. Estimated blue-checked users in Simplified Chinese: 10,000 to 40,000, consistent with the global Premium user base of ~4.4 million and the relatively low proportion of Chinese users. Creator earnings (currently Original Content Rewards) are limited due to low CPMs in Chinese, high eligibility thresholds, and restricted payment access in mainland China; very few truly cover the costs for blue-checked users, making the community estimate of fewer than 500 reasonable. The direction is accurate, but not an official or precise figure.