Honor X8b vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $250 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 45/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 424,216); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Honor X8b doesn't; the Honor X8b is noticeably lighter (166g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8b
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Honor X8b better?
- Lighter: 166g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $499
- Better portability (92/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 35W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8b vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 37 points higher (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Honor X8b — 40/100, 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 X8b (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (75/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (92/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8b | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 166 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8b
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor X8b
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8b
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8b and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Honor X8b by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Honor X8b was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (97/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T is a bit better (65/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (75/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (92/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Honor X8b by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8b 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.