Honor 300 Ultra vs Google Pixel 8 Pro: A Head-to-Head Flagship Battle
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For users prioritizing peak performance and charging speed, the Honor 300 Ultra is the clear winner. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 100W charging significantly outperform the Pixel 8 Pro’s Tensor G3 and 30W charging. However, the Pixel 8 Pro’s software experience and camera processing remain compelling advantages for those within the Google ecosystem.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Honor 300 Ultra | Google Pixel 8 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - G1MNW |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - G1MNW |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2024, December 02 | 2023, October 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, December 07 | Available. Released 2023, October 12 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, glass back or silicone polymer back (eco leather) | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 163.8 x 75.3 x 8.2 mm (6.45 x 2.96 x 0.32 in) | 162.6 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm (6.40 x 3.01 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Weight | 198 g (6.98 oz) | 213 g (7.51 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Giant rhino glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700 pixels (~437 ppi density) | 1344 x 2992 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~489 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~90.4% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 108.7 cm2 (~87.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR, 1200 nits (HBM), 4000 nits (peak) | LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1600 nits (HBM), 2400 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X4 & 5x2.95 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A520) | Nona-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X3 & 4x2.45 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.15 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Immortalis-G715s MC10 |
| OS | Android 15, MagicOS 9 | Android 14, upgradable to Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 12GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Multi-zone Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Ultra-HDR, panorama, Best Take, Zoom Enhance |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/3.0, (periscope telephoto), 1/2.51", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.8x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ (ultrawide), AF | 50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/2.8, 113mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.55", 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.0, 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS, OIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS, OIS, 10-bit HDR |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Dual | 50 MP, f/2.1, (wide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) | - |
| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 10.5 MP, f/2.2, 20mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.22µm, PDAF |
| Video | 4K, 1080p, gyro-EIS | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | Yes | - |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS (B1I+B1c) | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.2 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, ultrasound proximity | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, thermometer (skin temperature) |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 100W wired, 59% in 15 min 80W wireless, 39% in 15 min 5W reverse wired Reverse wireless | 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min 23W wireless Reverse wireless Bypass charging |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 5300 mAh | Li-Ion 5050 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White | Obsidian, Porcelain, Bay, Mint |
| Models | - | GC3VE, G1MNW |
| Price | About 550 EUR | € 362.00 / $ 289.97 / £ 329.95 / ₹ 54,999 |
Honor 300 Ultra
- Blazing-fast 100W wired and 80W wireless charging
- Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor
- Potentially superior gaming performance
- Software experience may not match Pixel's polish
- Camera performance is unproven against Pixel 8 Pro
Google Pixel 8 Pro
- Exceptional camera with Google’s computational photography
- Smooth and refined software experience with long-term updates
- Excellent battery life and efficiency
- Slower charging speeds compared to Honor 300 Ultra
- Tensor G3 processor is less powerful than Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Display Comparison
The Google Pixel 8 Pro boasts a measured peak brightness of 1600 nits, ensuring excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. While the Honor 300 Ultra’s display specs are currently unavailable, Honor typically employs high-quality OLED panels. The Pixel 8 Pro’s LTPO technology dynamically adjusts the refresh rate, potentially improving battery efficiency, a feature we expect to see in future Honor flagships. Color accuracy is likely to be excellent on both devices, but the Pixel 8 Pro’s calibration is known for its natural look.
Camera Comparison
The Pixel 8 Pro is renowned for its computational photography prowess, leveraging Google’s image processing algorithms to deliver consistently excellent results. While specific sensor details for the Honor 300 Ultra are missing, the Pixel 8 Pro’s camera system is a known quantity, excelling in dynamic range and low-light performance. The Pixel 8 Pro’s video capabilities are also top-tier, with advanced stabilization and cinematic modes. The Honor 300 Ultra will need to deliver exceptional hardware and software to compete with the Pixel 8 Pro’s established camera reputation. We anticipate the Honor will focus on hardware specs, but the Pixel’s software processing is a significant advantage.
Performance
The Honor 300 Ultra’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) is a powerhouse, featuring an octa-core configuration with a prime Cortex-X4 core clocked at 3.0 GHz. This contrasts with the Google Pixel 8 Pro’s Google Tensor G3 (4nm) nona-core CPU, which utilizes a Cortex-X3 core at the same 3.0 GHz speed. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3’s newer architecture and higher clock speeds on the A720 cores suggest a performance advantage in CPU-intensive tasks. The Pixel 8 Pro relies on Google’s AI and machine learning capabilities for performance optimization, but the Honor 300 Ultra’s raw processing power will likely translate to smoother performance in demanding games and applications. The Honor 300 Ultra will likely benefit from faster LPDDR5x RAM, further enhancing its performance.
Battery Life
The Google Pixel 8 Pro achieves an impressive 11:14h of active use, and an endurance rating of 90 hours, demonstrating excellent battery life. The Honor 300 Ultra, however, compensates for potentially lower mAh capacity with its incredibly fast charging capabilities. 100W wired charging can deliver a 59% charge in just 15 minutes, while 80W wireless charging achieves 39% in the same timeframe. The Pixel 8 Pro’s 30W wired charging (50% in 30 minutes) and 23W wireless charging are significantly slower. The Honor 300 Ultra’s charging speed is a game-changer for users who frequently need to top up their battery quickly.
Buying Guide
Buy the Honor 300 Ultra if you need uncompromising performance for demanding tasks like gaming or video editing, and if minimizing downtime with incredibly fast charging is a priority. Buy the Google Pixel 8 Pro if you value a seamless software experience, exceptional computational photography, and long-term software support, even if it means sacrificing some raw processing power and charging speed.