Google Pixel 8 vs Honor X8d
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Honor X8d (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; estimated prices are $699 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 36/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Honor X8d has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 467,392); the Honor X8d is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.9mm).
Google Pixel 8
Honor X8d
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1396
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4575 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 187g
- Cheaper: $220 vs $699
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 31/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Honor X8d, the Google Pixel 8 scores 14 points higher (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X8d leads (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8d leads (95/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Honor X8d (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X8d (79/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor X8d is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X8d and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8d significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Honor X8d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 162.9×76.3×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $699 | $220 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Honor X8d
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor X8d
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Honor X8d
- 5200 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Honor X8d, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Honor X8d by 208.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $479. Honor X8d is cheaper by $479.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Honor X8d (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Honor X8d (79/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor X8d is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X8d and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8d significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8 is noticeably better than the Honor X8d — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Honor X8d — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 38/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Honor X8d?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Honor X8d is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.