Honor X9b vs Vivo X300s
The Honor X9b (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 55/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5800); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 737,054); the Honor X9b is noticeably lighter (185g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X9b
Vivo X300s
What makes Honor X9b better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 217g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 35W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X9b vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 34 points higher (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X9b notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (68/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X9b | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2652 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 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 | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Magic OS 7.2 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | — | $723 |
Camera comparison
Honor X9b
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Honor X9b
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1220x2652
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X9b
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 35W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X9b and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Honor X9b by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Honor X9b
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (94/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X9b (83/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X9b notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (68/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X9b or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Honor X9b by 34 points (89/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X9b and the Vivo X300s?
The Honor X9b has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X9b or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X9b or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Honor X9b 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.