HID vs Halogen The HID is up to 3 times brighter, and lasts up to 10 times longer. HID lights last up to 10 times longer than halogen lights as they do not have a filament in the bulb. HID lights produce much less heat than a halogen light, so there is a reduction in the burning of the lens and reflector. HID lights draw 60% less power than a halogen lights. This allows you to use 4 HID lights and still use less power than 2 halogen (100W) lights.