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Honor X8 vs Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3): Which One Should You Buy?

Honor X8 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 73.9/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Honor · 2022

Honor X8

Honor X8
74/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Samsung · 2025

Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)

Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)
74/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Honor X8 wins 1 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Honor X8
Honor X8
1 win
Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)
Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Honor X8Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedSamsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)
    72
    90
  • CameraHonor X8
    78
    60
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryTie
    86
    86
  • DisplayTie
    62
    62
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    68
    68
Key differences
  • Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) has the bigger screen6.86" vs 6.5"
  • Honor X8 is lighter194 g vs 218 g
  • Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) has more RAM12 GB vs 6 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Honor X8
  • ✓24 g lighter (194 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.5" display at 60 Hz
Reasons to buy Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)
  • ✓6.86" display

Full specifications

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SpecificationHonor X8Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeIPS TFT LCDAM-OLED display
Screen Size6.5"6.86"
Resolution & Density720x1600 (270 ppi)1440x3120 (501 ppi)
Refresh Rate60 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 480 Plus (8nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy SM8750-AC (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 619Qualcomm Adreno 830
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory6 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Honor X8 Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MPN/A
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)Not listed
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNot listed
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens8 MPN/A
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Honor X8 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.66 x 75.13 x 8.68 mmN/A
Weight194 g218 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging22W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothBluetooth 5.1Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Honor X8 wins — BeastScore 73.9/100

After comparing all the specs, Honor X8 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Significantly faster wired charging: 22W vs max 0W and Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP.

Buy Honor X8 if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 22W vs max 0W · Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP

Buy Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) if you want

More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 6GB

Common questions

Which is better: Honor X8 or Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)?

Honor X8 leads with an overall BeastScore of 73.9/100 compared to Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) (73.9/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 22W vs max 0W and Higher resolution main sensor: 48 MP vs max 0 MP.

What are the main battery and display differences between Honor X8 and Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3)?

Honor X8 has a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) has a 6.86-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do Honor X8 and Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) compare for speed?

Honor X8 scores 72/100 for performance; Samsung SM-S938U1 Galaxy S25 Ultra UW 5G Dual SIM TD-LTE US 512GB (Samsung Paradigm 3) scores 90/100.

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