Honor X8vsUlefone Power Armor 16S

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Honor
Honor X8
X8
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
RAM:6GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Honor X8's battery life is disappointing and underwhelming, scoring a 6 out of 10 overall.
The Honor X8's display offers decent visuals but lacks high refresh rate support and impressive resolution capabilities.
The Honor X8's disappointing camera performance hampers its competitiveness in the budget smartphone market significantly overall.
The Honor X8's strong performance makes it a solid choice for users seeking a reliable device at an affordable price.
Ulefone
Ulefone Power Armor 16S
Power Armor 16S
Processor:Unisoc Tiger T616
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Ulefone Power Armor 16S boasts an impressive three-day battery life with moderate use and fast charging capabilities.
The display is perfectly adequate for everyday use, but lacks sharpness compared to other modern smartphones.
The Ulefone Power Armor 16s' camera is a letdown, with poor low-light performance and grainy image quality overall.
The Ulefone Power Armor 16S strikes a balance between performance and durability, delivering solid results for everyday tasks.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Honor X8
2.40 GHz
Ulefone Power Armor 16S
2 GHz

RAM

Winner
Honor X8
6GB
Ulefone Power Armor 16S
8GB

Storage

Tie
Honor X8
128GB
Ulefone Power Armor 16S
128GB

Weight

Winner
Honor X8
177g
Ulefone Power Armor 16S
406g
Specifications Comparison
Specification
Honor Honor X8
Ulefone Ulefone Power Armor 16S
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (SM6225)
Unisoc Tiger T616
CPU
4x2.4 GHz Kryo 265 Gold + 4x1.9GHz Kryo 265 Silver
2 x ARM Cortex, A75 2.0Ghz + 6 x ARM Cortex, A55 1.8Ghz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
6
12
Frequency
2.40
2
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 610
Mali-G57 MP1
RAM
6
8
Type
LPDDR4X RAM
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
128
128
Type
UFS Storage 2.2
N/A
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
N/A
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
Yes
N/A
Audio
N/A
N/A
Antutu Score
248639
285000
Antutu Version
Antutu v9
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 59% of devices
Overall performance better than 62% of devices
Cooling system
No
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Honor X8

Strengths

Overall it's a really great phone, the everyday use for the phone is great, really smooth magic ui isn't too clunky.
It has a pretty decent performance, with only a couple of apps that needed to be deleted just because I think games or something.
The camera on the front side is a big improvement in terms of photo quality and weirdly enough I did actually find that I preferred some of the selfies that I took using the selfie camera than selfies that I took using the main camera of this phone.
The everyday use for the phone is great, really smooth magic ui isn't too clunky, there was only a couple of apps that I had to delete just because I think games I think it was that I just I'm never going to use so I just got rid of those.
It's a good phone for home movies taking videos of the kids or your pets or anything like that.

Weaknesses

The camera on the Honor X8 is not as good as the majority of the other budget devices that I've used now for considerably less money you can get the Realme C35.
The ultra-wide sensor on the phone just isn't that great, it's got a very low resolution and a narrow f 2.2 aperture so it doesn't let in as much light there's not anywhere near as much detail as what you'll find on the main sensor.
You have to dig into the camera settings to find HDR mode which is was a bit annoying to me because it is nice to just have that on the camera ready to go when you need it.
The video recording tops out at 1080p at 30fps, which is just box standard budget quality video like what I found with the X7 and even a lot of the Motorola phones that I've used.
The price of Honor X8 is near 200 quid while Realme C35 is considerably cheaper about 150 quid.

Ulefone Power Armor 16S

Strengths

Massive Battery Life: The phone's 9600 mAh battery offers up to several days of use on a single charge
Super Loud Speaker: The Ulefone Power Armor 16S comes with a super loud 122 D speaker that's genuinely useful in noisy environments
Rugged Build: The phone is built like a tank, meeting IP68, IP69K, and MIL STD 810H standards
Decent Performance: The device offers smooth performance with day-to-day tasks, decent gaming performance, and support for fast charging (18w)
Clean and Smooth UI: The phone runs on Android 13 with a clean and smooth user experience without much bloatware
High RAM and Storage: The Ulefone Power Armor 16S offers high RAM (8 GB) and storage (128 GB), which can be expanded up to 2 TB with a Micro SD card
Long Lasting Display: The phone's display is bright enough for outdoor use, even under direct sunlight, thanks to its 450 nits brightness

Weaknesses

Mediocre Camera Performance: The camera setup includes a 50 megapixel main sensor and an 8 megapixel front-facing camera, but low light performance is mediocre
Bulky Design: The phone's rugged build makes it bulky and heavy (405 G)
Limited Gaming Performance: While the device handles casual games decently, it may struggle with the latest 3D titles due to its processor limitations
Read Full Reviews

Honor X8

The Honor X8 is an intriguing budget smartphone that promises to deliver a seamless user experience without breaking the bank. With its sleek design and robust features, this device aims to bridge the gap between affordability and quality. In this review, we'll delve into the Honor X8's capabilities, examining its performance, camera prowess, and software experience. We'll also pit it against other budget contenders to see how it stacks up in the competitive world of mobile phones.

Ulefone Power Armor 16S

The Ulefone Power Armor 16S is a rugged smartphone that delivers impressive performance without sacrificing its durability. Its 5.93-inch HD Plus display may not be the sharpest on the market, but it's more than sufficient for everyday use and can even handle outdoor activities under direct sunlight. Built to withstand harsh environments, the phone meets IP68, IP69K, and MIL-STD-810H standards, making it dustproof, waterproof up to 1.5M for 30 minutes, and shockproof. However, this rugged protection comes at a cost - the device is bulky (18.3mm thick) and weighs 405g. Under the hood, the Power Armor 16S packs an Unisoc T616 processor clocking at 2GHz, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. While this setup handles day-to-day tasks smoothly, gaming performance is decent but not exceptional, and photography capabilities are limited due to the mediocre camera performance. One standout feature is the massive 9600mAh battery, which offers up to several days of use on a single charge. The phone also supports 18W fast charging. Additionally, it features a super loud 122dB speaker that's perfect for calls or media playback in noisy environments. The Power Armor 16S runs on Android 13 and offers a clean and smooth user experience. While it may not be the most powerful device on the market, its rugged build, decent performance, and massive battery make it an excellent option for those who need a tough and reliable phone that can handle the elements.

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