Honor 300 Pro vs OnePlus 10 Pro: A Deep Dive into Performance and Charging

The Honor 300 Pro arrives with the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, positioning it as a direct competitor to older, but still capable, flagships like the OnePlus 10 Pro. This comparison dissects the key differences between these two devices, focusing on how the generational leap in processing power translates to real-world benefits, and whether the OnePlus 10 Pro’s established features still hold up.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For most users, the Honor 300 Pro is the superior choice. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset delivers significantly improved CPU and GPU performance, alongside faster charging speeds – both wired and wireless. While the OnePlus 10 Pro offers a solid experience, the Honor 300 Pro represents a substantial upgrade in core performance.

PHONES
Phone Names Honor 300 Pro OnePlus 10 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bandsLTE1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - International
5G bandsSA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps, 5G
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
 -1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - India
Launch
Announced2024, December 022022, January 11
StatusAvailable. Released 2024, December 07Available. Released 2022, January 13
Body
Build-Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Dimensions163.8 x 75.3 x 8.2 mm (6.45 x 2.96 x 0.32 in)163 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm (6.42 x 2.91 x 0.34 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight199 g (7.02 oz)201 g (7.09 oz)
 -IP68 dust/water resistant - T-Mobile only (not for use underwater, liquid damage is not covered under warranty)
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution1224 x 2700 pixels (~437 ppi density)1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density)
Size6.78 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~90.4% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR, 1200 nits (HBM), 4000 nits (peak)LTPO2 Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak)
 -Always-on display
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5x2.95 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A520)Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPUAdreno 750Adreno 730
OSAndroid 15, MagicOS 9Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14 (International), ColorOS (China)
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 -UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Single-32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Triple50 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ (ultrawide), AF48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, 77mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 150˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm
Video4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS, OIS8K@24fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
Dual50 MP, f/2.1, (wide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)-
FeaturesHDRHDR
Single-32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Sound
3.5mm jack -No
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS (B1I+B1c)GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, ultrasound proximityFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Battery
Charging100W wired, 59% in 15 min 80W wireless, 39% in 15 min 5W reverse wired Reverse wireless80W wired, PD, 100% in 32 min (International) 65W wired, PD, 58% in 15 min (North America) 50W wireless Reverse wireless
TypeSi/C Li-Ion 5300 mAhLi-Po 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsBlack, White, GreenVolcanic Black, Emerald Forest, Panda White (Extreme Edition)
ModelsAMP-AN00NE2210, NE2211, NE2213, NE2215, NE2217
PriceAbout 480 EUR$ 264.39 / C$ 349.99 / £ 360.00 / € 399.99
SAR-1.16 W/kg (head)     0.70 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 107h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -25.2 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 886248 (v9) GeekBench: 3447 (v5.1) GFXBench: 48fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Honor 300 Pro

  • Significantly faster processor (Snapdragon 8 Gen 3)
  • Faster wired and wireless charging
  • Likely improved thermal management
  • More future-proofed chipset

  • Detailed camera specs currently unknown
  • Display specs not fully available

OnePlus 10 Pro

  • Solid battery life (107h endurance)
  • Well-regarded camera system
  • Potentially lower price point
  • Mature software experience

  • Older chipset (Snapdragon 8 Gen 1)
  • Slower charging speeds
  • Prone to thermal throttling under heavy load

Display Comparison

The OnePlus 10 Pro boasts a display capable of 780 nits of peak brightness, a respectable figure, but the Honor 300 Pro’s display specifications are currently unavailable. Given Honor’s recent focus on display quality, it’s reasonable to expect a comparable or superior brightness level. Both phones feature an 'infinite' contrast ratio, typical of OLED panels. Without PWM frequency data for the Honor 300 Pro, it’s impossible to assess potential differences in flicker-related eye strain, a crucial factor for sensitive users. The OnePlus 10 Pro’s display is known for its color accuracy, and the Honor 300 Pro will need to match or exceed this to compete effectively.

Camera Comparison

Both devices offer photo and video capabilities, but detailed camera specifications for the Honor 300 Pro are currently lacking. The OnePlus 10 Pro’s camera system is well-regarded, but its performance is heavily reliant on software processing. The Honor 300 Pro’s image processing algorithms will be a key differentiator. Without knowing sensor sizes or lens apertures, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the newer ISP (Image Signal Processor) within the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 will likely provide improved noise reduction and dynamic range compared to the 8 Gen 1 in the OnePlus 10 Pro.

Performance

The Honor 300 Pro’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) represents a significant architectural upgrade over the OnePlus 10 Pro’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm). The 8 Gen 3 features a new Cortex-X4 prime core clocked at 3.0 GHz, compared to the 8 Gen 1’s Cortex-X2 at 3.0 GHz. More importantly, the 8 Gen 3’s Cortex-A720 performance cores are substantially more efficient and powerful than the 8 Gen 1’s A710 cores. This translates to faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and improved gaming performance. The Honor 300 Pro’s newer process node (4nm vs 4nm) also contributes to better thermal management, reducing the likelihood of performance throttling during sustained workloads. The OnePlus 10 Pro, while still capable, will struggle to match the sustained performance of the Honor 300 Pro.

Battery Life

The OnePlus 10 Pro has an endurance rating of 107 hours, indicating solid battery life. However, the Honor 300 Pro’s charging capabilities are a major advantage. With 100W wired charging, it can reach 59% charge in just 15 minutes, significantly faster than the OnePlus 10 Pro’s 65W (North America) or 80W (International) charging, which takes 32 minutes for a full charge. The Honor 300 Pro also supports 80W wireless charging, achieving 39% charge in 15 minutes, outpacing the OnePlus 10 Pro’s 50W wireless charging. While battery capacity isn’t specified for the Honor 300 Pro, the faster charging speeds mitigate concerns about a potentially smaller battery.

Buying Guide

Buy the Honor 300 Pro if you prioritize raw performance for demanding tasks like gaming or video editing, and value the fastest possible charging. You'll benefit from the latest processor technology and a more future-proofed device. Buy the OnePlus 10 Pro if you're seeking a well-rounded flagship experience at a potentially lower price point, and aren't as concerned with having the absolute latest chipset. It remains a capable device for everyday use and photography.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ How much faster is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in the Honor 300 Pro compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the OnePlus 10 Pro for gaming?
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 offers a substantial improvement in GPU performance, estimated to be around 25-30% faster than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. This translates to higher frame rates, smoother gameplay, and the ability to run more demanding games at higher settings. The improved thermal management of the 8 Gen 3 also means less throttling during extended gaming sessions.
❓ Does the Honor 300 Pro's 100W charging work with standard USB-PD chargers?
While the Honor 300 Pro supports USB-PD, achieving the full 100W charging speed requires a compatible Honor SuperCharge charger. Standard USB-PD chargers will still charge the device, but at a slower rate. The OnePlus 10 Pro does support PD, but its charging speeds are lower overall.
❓ Is the reverse wireless charging on either phone useful for more than just emergencies?
Reverse wireless charging on both phones is primarily intended for emergencies or topping up small accessories like earbuds or smartwatches. The charging speeds (5W for Honor 300 Pro, unspecified for OnePlus 10 Pro) are too slow to significantly charge another phone. It's a convenient feature to have, but not a primary reason to purchase either device.