Honor X9b 5G vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
Compare Honor X9b 5G vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 5800mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $699 vs…
Honor
Honor X9b 5G
$699
7categories won
Sony
Xperia 1 VI
$1,299
4categories won
2 categories tied · 13 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 X9b 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor X9b 5G 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 X9b 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Honor X9b 5G wins on endurance with 5,800 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.
Honor X9b 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 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 X9b 5G vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor X9b 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2652Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 431 ppiWinner | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1200 nits | 1500 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Honor X9b 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 575,000 | 1,680,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 2800 | 6890Winner |
| Maximum RAM | — | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor X9b 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 7.1x |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps | 4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor X9b 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,800 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 35 WWinner | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor X9b 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 185 gWinner | 192 g |
| Thickness | 8 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 | Honor X9b 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16) |
| OS updates | — | 3 years |
| Security updates | — | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor X9b 5G | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $1,299 |
Honor X9b 5G
Honor X9b made headlines globally with its revolutionary Ultra-Bounce 360° anti-drop display technology, massive 5800mAh battery lasting up to 3 days, 108MP camera, and 1.5K curved AMOLED screen.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Battery
- 5,800mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0)
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