Honor Magic 8 Ultimate vs Honor X6b
Compare Honor Magic 8 Ultimate vs Honor X6b side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm), 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6600mAh vs…
Honor
Magic 8 Ultimate
$1,299
10categories won
Honor
X6b
$129
2categories won
2 categories tied · 14 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor Magic 8 Ultimate takes the overall win
The Honor Magic 8 Ultimate claims the overall win over the Honor X6b, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Magic 8 Ultimate leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Magic 8 Ultimate. Choose the Magic 8 Ultimate if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the X6b if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Magic 8 Ultimate wins on endurance with 6,600 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Magic 8 Ultimate leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
Magic 8 Ultimate wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.7x dedicated optical zoom.
X6b wins on budget and value at $129 compared to $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.
Magic 8 Ultimate vs X6b: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Magic 8 Ultimate | X6b |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.81" | 6.56" |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800Winner | 720 x 1612 |
| Pixel density | — | 269 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 5000 nitsWinner | 780 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Magic 8 Ultimate | X6b |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) |
| Process node | 3 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | — | 265,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 1390 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GBWinner | 4 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | Magic 8 Ultimate | X6b |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3.7x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 5 MP |
| Max video | — | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Magic 8 Ultimate | X6b |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,600 mAhWinner | 5,200 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 35 W |
| Wireless charging | 66 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Magic 8 Ultimate | X6b |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 192 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.6 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
Software and support
| Specification | Magic 8 Ultimate | X6b |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | 14, MagicOS 8.0 |
| OS updates | 5 years | — |
| Security updates | 5 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Magic 8 Ultimate | X6b |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,299 | $129Winner |
Honor Magic 8 Ultimate
Equipped with an OmniVision OV50K LOFIC 1-inch sensor, 200MP periscope telephoto, 4320Hz risk-free PWM dimming, and a 6,600 mAh battery, the Magic 8 Ultimate sets new limits for mobile imaging and stamina.
- Display
- 6.81"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,600mAh
Honor X6b
Honor X6b packs Swiss SGS 5-star drop resistance, 5200mAh battery with 35W fast charging, 90Hz sunlight display with Magic Capsule, and 50MP AI photography into a stylish entry package.
- Display
- 6.56"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,200mAh