Honor X8 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Honor X8 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $260 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 38/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 177g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Honor X8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $260 vs $799
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1423
- Faster charging: 25W vs 5W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 177g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 36 points higher (74/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Honor X8 — 24/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Honor X8 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 4.2, Google Play Services | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×74.7×7.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $260 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Honor X8
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Honor X8 by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $539. Honor X8 was $539 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (89/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Honor X8 (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 (77/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (31/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Honor X8 by 36 points (74/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Honor X8 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.