Honor X6b vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
Compare Honor X6b vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5200mAh vs 5000mAh…
Honor
X6b
$129
4categories won
Sony
Xperia 1 VI
$1,299
11categories won
2 categories tied · 17 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 X6b, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the X6b 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 X6b if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
X6b wins on endurance with 5,200 mAh and 35W 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.
X6b provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $129 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.
X6b vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | X6b | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.56" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1612 | 1080 x 2340Winner |
| Pixel density | 269 ppi | 396 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 780 nits | 1500 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | X6b | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 (12 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 265,000 | 1,680,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 1390 | 6890Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 4 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | X6b | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 7.1x |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 5 MP | 12 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses |
Battery and charging
| Specification | X6b | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 35 WWinner | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | X6b | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 192 g | 192 g |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP65/IP68 |
| Build | — | Ribbed aluminum tactical frame, micro-textured Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 tactile back, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front |
Software and support
| Specification | X6b | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 14, MagicOS 8.0 | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16) |
| OS updates | — | 3 years |
| Security updates | — | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | X6b | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $129Winner | $1,299 |
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
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