Honor X8b vs Vivo X300s
The Honor X8b (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $250 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 424,216); the Honor X8b is noticeably lighter (166g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X8b
Vivo X300s
What makes Honor X8b better?
- Lighter: 166g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $723
- Better portability (92/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 35W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X8b vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Honor X8b — 40/100, 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 X8b (95/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Honor X8b (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (92/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X8b | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 35W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MagicOS 7.2 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×74.6×6.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 166 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Honor X8b
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Honor X8b
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X8b
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X8b and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Honor X8b by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $473. Honor X8b was $473 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (95/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Honor X8b (94/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (94/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X8b (83/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X8b significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (92/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X8b or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X8b by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X8b and the Vivo X300s?
The Honor X8b has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8b or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X8b or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8b 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.