Honor 300 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
Compare Honor 300 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5300mAh vs 5000mAh…
Honor
Honor 300
$379
13categories won
Sony
Xperia 1 VI
$1,299
4categories won
4 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Sony Xperia 1 VI takes the overall win
The Sony Xperia 1 VI proves superior overall against the Honor 300, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor 300 takes the lead, while the Xperia 1 VI is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Xperia 1 VI if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor 300 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Honor 300 wins on endurance with 5,300 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Xperia 1 VI provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) and 12GB RAM.
Xperia 1 VI takes photography with 48MP optics and 7.1x optical telephoto capabilities.
Honor 300 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $379 vs $1299.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor 300 vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor 300 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4000 nitsWinner | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor 300 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 840,000 | 1,680,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 3420 | 6890Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor 300 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 7.1x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor 300 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,300 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor 300 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 175 gWinner | 192 g |
| Thickness | 6.97 mmWinner | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP65/IP68 |
| Build | Ultra-thin carved glass, aluminum alloy frame, Giant Rhino Glass front | Ribbed aluminum tactical frame, micro-textured Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 tactile back, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor 300 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16) |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 5 yearsWinner | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor 300 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $379Winner | $1,299 |
Honor 300
The Honor 300 breaks boundaries by measuring an impossibly slim 6.97mm and weighing only 175g while accommodating a large 5,300mAh silicon-carbon battery and 100W wired fast charging. Features dual 50MP Sony rear cameras, a 50MP selfie shooter, and 4,000 nits eye comfort display.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,300mAh
Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Sony Xperia 1 VI represents a bold evolution for Sony flagship line, adopting a practical 19.5:9 LTPO display, genuine 85mm-to-170mm continuous optical zoom with tele-macro mode, a dedicated 3.5mm audiophile jack, and legendary two-day battery life.
- Display
- 6.5"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh