Honor 9 Lite vs Vivo X300s
The Honor 9 Lite (2017) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 659, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 15/100 (a 74-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Honor 9 Lite is noticeably lighter (149g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor 9 Lite
Vivo X300s
What makes Honor 9 Lite better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $723
- Better portability (88/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 215
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 810
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor 9 Lite vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 74 points higher (89/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor 9 Lite — 0/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (95/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (88/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor 9 Lite | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 659 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 215 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 810 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×71.9×7.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 149 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Honor 9 Lite
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor 9 Lite
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $523. Honor 9 Lite was $523 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (95/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (94/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor 9 Lite significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (88/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor 9 Lite by 74 points (89/100 vs 15/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 9 Lite and the Vivo X300s?
The Honor 9 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 15/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 9 Lite or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Honor 9 Lite over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.