Honor X8b vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. Both devices score the same overall rating of 30/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor X8b is noticeably lighter (166g vs 188g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 30/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8b
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 48
Battery 24
Design 92
Value for money 93
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Honor X8b better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 166g vs 188g

  • Better camera (48/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

The Honor X8b and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) received the same MobileRank rating — 30/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b leads (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Honor X8b (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X8b notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Honor X8b: The Honor X8b is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Honor X8b Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 421228
Geekbench Single 412
Geekbench Multi 1410
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1800 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 166 g 188 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Honor X8b
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 50MP
48
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Honor X8b
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Honor X8b
  • 4500 mAh
  • No wireless charging
24
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Honor X8b
$250
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Honor X8b notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Honor X8b (42/100 vs 24/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Honor X8b notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (92/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

Both devices scored 30/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India).

What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Honor X8b or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Honor X8b leads on camera score (48/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Honor X8b over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Honor X8b is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.