Honor X8b vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Compare Honor X8b vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, 4500mAh…
Honor
Honor X8b
$699
3categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 8
$1,900
9categories won
1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 proves superior overall against the Honor X8b, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy Z Fold 8. Choose the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor X8b if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes battery honors offering 4,800 mAh alongside 45W charging.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 takes photography with 50MP optics.
Honor X8b provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $1900.
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 X8b vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor X8b | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 7.6" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 1848 x 2448Winner |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 404 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 2000 nits | 2400 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Honor X8b | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy |
| Process node | — | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 315,000 | 2,400,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 1460 | 8900Winner |
| Maximum RAM | — | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor X8b | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 2 |
| Ultrawide | — | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 10 MP |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | — |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor X8b | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,500 mAh | 4,800 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 35 W | 45 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 20 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor X8b | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 166 gWinner | 201 g |
| Thickness | 6.8 mm | 4.5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP48 |
| Build | — | Armor Aluminum frame, glass back |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor X8b | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | Android 17 |
| OS updates | — | 6 years |
| Security updates | — | 6 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor X8b | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | — |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $1,900 |
Honor X8b
Honor X8b turns heads with an ultra-thin 6.78mm body weighing just 166 grams, 2000-nit 90Hz AMOLED screen with Magic Capsule pill cutout, 50MP front selfie spotlight camera, and up to 512GB storage.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0)
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a premium $1900 book-style foldable aimed at power users and multitasking enthusiasts. Featuring a remarkably thin 4.5mm profile, dual 120Hz AMOLED displays, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, it delivers high-end performance, though its high price demands serious investment.
- Display
- 7.6"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,800mAh