NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
Honor X8d is the choice for the most complete experience: it clearly leads on display, performance, camera and battery. Honor X6d is the alternative for anyone prioritizing 5G and IP68 resistance, while Honor X5d only makes sense if it costs less.
X8d combines a 3,000-nit AMOLED display, 1,080 × 2,392 px resolution and 120Hz refresh rate; X5d and X6d use TFT LCD panels at 480 and 450 nits, 720 × 1,600 px and 90Hz. For performance, X8d reaches 641,416 in AnTuTu, versus 409,464 for X6d and 245,076 for X5d, with 8GB of RAM and UFS 3.1 instead of 6GB and UFS 2.2, and 4GB and eMMC 5.1.
X8d’s 108MP main camera adds optical image stabilization and an ultrawide camera, while X6d has 50MP without stabilization and X5d has 13MP. Its 7,000mAh battery and 45W charging exceed the other two phones’ 5,260mAh and 15W. X6d adds 5G, Bluetooth 5.3 and IP68 and IP69; X5d and X8d remain on LTE and Bluetooth 5.1.
Honor X5d
Honor X8d is the better buy for anyone seeking a 3,000-nit AMOLED display and a 108MP main camera.
Honor X8d
Honor X5d is the better buy only if it costs less; it offers no decisive advantage over X6d or X8d.
The verdict
Your pick: Honor X8d, ahead on Design & display, Performance & hardware, Camera and Battery & charging. Unless Connectivity decides it for you.
| Category | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 5.1 | 5.8 | 7.8 |
| Performance & hardware | 2.8 | 4.5 | 6.6 |
| Camera | 3.0 | 3.8 | 7.0 |
| Connectivity | 5.7 | 6.7 | 6.0 |
| Battery & charging | 6.2 | 6.2 | 7.1 |
Which one is for you?
Honor X6d, if you care about…
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.3
- against Bluetooth 5.1 · Bluetooth 5.1
- Resistance Features
- IP68, IP69
- against IP64 · IP65
- Touch Sampling Rate
- 240 Hz
- against 120 Hz
- Cellular Technologies
- GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G
- against GSM, HSPA, LTE · GSM, HSPA, LTE
Honor X8d, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 7,000 mAh
- against 5,260 mAh · 5,260 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 641,416
- against 245,076 · 409,464
- RAM Capacity
- 8 GB
- against 4 GB · 6 GB
- Storage Type
- UFS 3.1
- against eMMC 5.1 · UFS 2.2
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 |
| Processor Process Size | 12 nm | 6 nm Best value | 6 nm Best value |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 | Qualcomm Adreno 610 |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 Best value |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2 GHz | 2.4 GHz | 2.9 GHz Best value |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB | 512 GB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 245,076 | 409,464 | 641,416 Best value |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 420 | — | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 1,391 | — | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2x Cortex-A75 at 2.0 GHz and 6x Cortex-A55 at 1.7 GHz | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.4 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core processor with 4 Cortex-A73 cores at 2.9 GHz and 4 Cortex-A53 cores at 1.9 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | DDR5 Best value |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 | v10 |
Design
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Blue, Black | Black, Blue, Cyan, Green | Blue, Grey, Black |
| Body Thickness | 7.9 mm | 7.9 mm | 7.5 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 77 mm | 77 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Body Height | 167 mm | 167 mm | 162.9 mm |
| Weight | 186 g Best value | 186 g Best value | 188 g |
| Usable Surface | 85.3 % | 85.5 % | 89.2 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic | Plastic | Glass, Plastic, Polycarbonate |
| Resistance Features | IP64 | IP68, IP69 Best value | IP65 |
Battery
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,260 mAh | 5,260 mAh | 7,000 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer | Si-Carbon Li-Ion Best value |
| Fast Charge Power | 15 W | 15 W | 45 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Bypass Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator |
Display
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD | AMOLED Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 480 nits | 450 nits | 3,000 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.74″ | 6.75″ | 6.77″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 720 px | 720 px | 1,080 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 1,600 px | 1,600 px | 2,392 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 260 ppi | 260 ppi | 388 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | 120 Hz Best value |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz Best value | — |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | — | — |
| Display Features | Water Drop Notch, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, DCI-P3, Gorilla Glass 3, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | Aluminosilicate Glass, Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, DCI-P3, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification | Aluminosilicate Glass, Hole-Punch Notch, 3840Hz PWM, DCI-P3, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Gravity Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing |
Software
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 16 Best value | 16 Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B13, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B68, 4G LTE bands unspecified | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 2G CDMA BC0, 2G CDMA B2, 2G CDMA B3, 2G CDMA B5, 2G CDMA B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B3, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B32, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B71 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.3 Best value | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, EDR | A2DP, LE, aptX HD | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS, A-GPS Best value | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS Best value |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, VoWiFi, USB 2.0 | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 300 Mbps | — | 2,500 Mbps Best value |
| Max. upload speed | 100 Mbps | — | 900 Mbps Best value |
Audio
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, EDR, Stereo Speakers | A2DP, LE, aptX HD, Stereo Speakers, EDR, HID | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | X5d | X6d | X8d |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | LNA-NX1, Nala-N31B, Nala-N32E | LNA-LX2, LNA-LX3 |
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