Honor X6b vs Huawei Nova 12s
Compare Honor X6b vs Huawei Nova 12s side by side: MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G, 5200mAh vs 4500mAh battery, $129 vs $699. Full…
Honor
X6b
$129
2categories won
Huawei
Huawei Nova 12s
$699
10categories won
1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor X6b takes the overall win
The Honor X6b claims the overall win over the Huawei Nova 12s, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the X6b takes the lead, while the Huawei Nova 12s is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the X6b if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Huawei Nova 12s if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
X6b wins on endurance with 5,200 mAh and 35W fast charging.
Huawei Nova 12s provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G.
X6b wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
X6b provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $129 vs $699.
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.
X6b vs Huawei Nova 12s: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | X6b | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.56" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 | 1084 x 2412Winner |
| Pixel density | 269 ppi | 395 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 780 nits | 1200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | X6b | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G |
| AnTuTu score | 265,000 | 590,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 1390 | 2820Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 4 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | — |
Camera
| Specification | X6b | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 2 | — |
| Selfie camera | 5 MP | 60 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | X6b | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 35 W | 66 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | X6b | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 192 g | 168 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 6.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP53 |
Software and support
| Specification | X6b | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 14, MagicOS 8.0 | 14 |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | X6b | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $129Winner | $699 |
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
Huawei Nova 12s
Huawei Nova 12s captures global attention with an ultra-thin 6.88mm silhouette weighing just 168g, a world-class 60MP ultra-wide front selfie shooter, 66W SuperCharge Turbo, and Star Orbit Ring camera styling.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 14