Here’s a comprehensive comparison between the Nothing CMF Phone 1 vs. Honor X8c.
📑 Table of Contents
- 📏 Size Comparison
- 🖥️ Display Comparison
- 🔋 Battery Life
- ⚡ Charging Speed
- 🔊 Speaker Test
- 🚀 Performance
- 📊 Benchmark Performance
- 📸 Camera Comparison
- 🎥 Video Quality
- 🏆 Overall Verdict
📏 Size Comparison
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | Expected to be compact (e.g., ~160 x 75 x 8mm) | 162.9 x 74.5 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight | Expected to be lightweight (e.g., ~190g) | 183g |
| Display Size | ~6.5 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | High | ~90% |
| Build Material | Plastic or polycarbonate | Plastic |
| Thickness | ~8mm | 7.5mm |
| Form Factor | Slim and ergonomic | Slim and ergonomic |
| Color Options | Multiple | Multiple |
🖥️ Display Comparison
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 6.7 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Display Type | AMOLED | LCD |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 pixels (FHD+) | 1080 x 2388 pixels (FHD+) |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness | Higher peak brightness (typical for AMOLED) | Lower peak brightness (typical for LCD) |
| Color Accuracy | Better color accuracy and vibrancy (AMOLED) | Good color accuracy (LCD) |
| Contrast Ratio | Infinite contrast (AMOLED) | Standard contrast (LCD) |
| HDR Support | Likely HDR10+ support | No HDR support |
| Bezel Size | Slim bezels | Slightly thicker bezels |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass (likely) | Standard glass protection |
🔋 Battery Life
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5000mAh | 4500mAh |
| Charging Speed | 33W wired fast charging | 22.5W wired fast charging |
| Battery Type | Li-Po (Lithium Polymer) | Li-Po (Lithium Polymer) |
| Screen-on Time | Up to 7-8 hours | Up to 6-7 hours |
| Standby Time | Up to 2 days | Up to 1.5 days |
| Power Efficiency | Optimized for mid-range usage | Optimized for light to moderate usage |
| Charging Features | Reverse charging support | Standard charging only |
| Battery Health | AI-based battery optimization | Basic battery management |
| Usage Scenarios | Heavy usage: Gaming, streaming, multitasking | Moderate usage: Social media, browsing, calls |
⚡ Charging Speed
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5000mAh | 4500mAh |
| Wired Charging | 33W fast charging | 35W fast charging |
| Wireless Charging | Not supported | Not supported |
| Charging Time | ~70 minutes for 0-100% | ~60 minutes for 0-100% |
| Reverse Charging | Not supported | Not supported |
| Charging Technology | Proprietary fast charging | Honor SuperCharge |
| Adapter Included | Yes (33W adapter) | Yes (35W adapter) |
🔊 Speaker Test
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Setup | Stereo speakers (dual speakers) | Single bottom-firing speaker |
| Audio Quality | Clear and balanced sound with good bass | Decent sound quality, lacks depth and bass |
| Volume Levels | Loud and immersive | Moderate volume, may struggle in noisy environments |
| Spatial Audio | Supported (enhanced audio experience) | Not supported |
| Bass Performance | Good bass response | Limited bass performance |
| Clarity | High clarity with minimal distortion | Average clarity, may distort at higher volumes |
| 3.5mm Jack | No | Yes (wired audio option available) |
| Bluetooth Audio | Bluetooth 5.3 (supports high-quality codecs) | Bluetooth 5.1 (standard codecs supported) |
| Special Features | Custom audio tuning by Nothing | Basic audio tuning |
🚀 Performance
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x Cortex-A715 + 6x Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (4x Cortex-A73 + 4x Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC4 | Adreno 610 |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB LPDDR4X | 6GB / 8GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB UFS 2.2 | 128GB eMMC 5.1 |
| Operating System | Nothing OS (based on Android) | Magic UI (based on Android) |
| Benchmark Scores | Higher (due to Dimensity 7200) | Moderate (Snapdragon 680 is entry-level) |
| Performance Use Case | Smooth multitasking, gaming, and productivity | Basic multitasking, light gaming |
| Cooling System | Likely improved thermal management | Basic cooling system |
| 5G Support | Yes | No (4G LTE only) |
📊 Benchmark Performance
| Benchmark | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| GeekBench 6 | ||
| – Single-Core Score | ~900-1000 | ~700-800 |
| – Multi-Core Score | ~2500-3000 | ~1800-2000 |
| Antutu 10 | ~400,000-500,000 | ~250,000-300,000 |
| 3DMark | ||
| – Wild Life Score | ~2000-2500 | ~1000-1200 |
| – Sling Shot Extreme | ~3000-3500 | ~1500-2000 |
| – OpenGL ES 3.1 | ~2500-3000 | ~1200-1500 |
📸 Camera Comparison
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Camera Setup | Dual Camera (e.g., 50MP Main + Depth Sensor) | Dual Camera (50MP Main + 2MP Depth Sensor) |
| Main Sensor | 50MP (Sony IMX890 or similar) | 50MP (likely a mid-range sensor) |
| Ultra-Wide Camera | Not available | Not available |
| Depth Sensor | Yes (for portrait mode) | Yes (2MP depth sensor) |
| Front Camera | 16MP | 8MP |
| Video Resolution | Up to 4K @ 30fps | Up to 1080p @ 30fps |
| Stabilization | EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) | Basic EIS |
| Camera Features | Night Mode, Portrait Mode, AI Enhancements | Night Mode, Portrait Mode, Basic AI Features |
| Low-Light Performance | Good (with Night Mode) | Average (with Night Mode) |
| Zoom Capabilities | Digital zoom only | Digital zoom only |
🎥 Video Quality
| Feature | Nothing CMF Phone 1 | Honor X8c |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Camera Setup | Dual Camera (e.g., 50MP + Depth Sensor) | Dual Camera (e.g., 50MP + 2MP Depth Sensor) |
| Video Resolution | Up to 4K @ 30fps | Up to 1080p @ 30fps |
| Stabilization | EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) | Basic EIS or no stabilization |
| Front Camera | 16MP | 8MP |
| Front Video Quality | Up to 1080p @ 30fps | Up to 720p @ 30fps |
| Slow Motion | Supported (e.g., 120fps at 720p) | May not support slow motion |
| Video Features | HDR, Night Mode, AI Enhancements | Basic video recording, limited enhancements |
| Audio Quality | Stereo recording, noise reduction | Mono recording, basic audio quality |
🏆 Overall Verdict
🔹 Pros
Nothing CMF Phone 1
✅ Better performance with MediaTek Dimensity 7300 5G
✅ 120Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals
✅ Larger 5000mAh battery for extended battery life
✅ Newer Android version (v14) for latest software features
Honor X8c
✅ Slimmer and lighter design for comfortable handling
✅ Higher-resolution main camera (108MP) for detailed shots
✅ Additional ultra-wide and macro lenses for versatile photography
🔹 Cons
Nothing CMF Phone 1
❌ Thicker and heavier compared to Honor X8c
❌ Lacks an ultra-wide and macro camera
Honor X8c
❌ Lower 90Hz refresh rate compared to CMF Phone 1
❌ Smaller 4500mAh battery results in slightly lower endurance
❌ Weaker processor (Dimensity 6080) leading to lower performance scores
