Honor 8X vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Honor 8X (2018) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 710, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $260 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 25/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3750); the main camera is 20 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 336,905); the Honor 8X is noticeably lighter (175g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 8X
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Honor 8X better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $499
- Better portability (76/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 336905
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 362
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1222
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3750 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 20MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 26/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 17/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 8X vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 57 points higher (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 26/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 17/100). Value score: Honor 8X — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (97/100 vs 26/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (65/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (75/100 vs 17/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 8X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (76/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 8X | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 710 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 336905 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 362 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1222 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3750 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 20 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×76.6×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 175 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Honor 8X
- Main: 20MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor 8X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 8X
- 3750 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor 8X and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Honor 8X by 92.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $239. Honor 8X was $239 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (97/100 vs 26/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (65/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X (75/100 vs 17/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 8X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (76/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 8X or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor 8X by 57 points (82/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 8X and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Honor 8X has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 8X or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 8X or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Honor 8X over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.