Honor 20 vs HONOR Magic V3 5G
Our Verdict: Same maker, different budgets: the 20 is the cheaper option and the Magic V3 5G the premium one. The Magic V3 5G has the better camera on paper, 50MP versus 48MP, plus a 20MP selfie camera against 16MP, and only the Magic V3 5G is a 5G phone; the 20 maxes out at 4G. The Magic V3 5G packs the bigger battery, 5150mAh against 3750mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and storage goes higher on the Magic V3 5G, up to 512GB against 128GB. The Magic V3 5G is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the 20 is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 20 is the cheaper buy at £101 SIM-free.
Prices updated 12 July 2026
Honor 20
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HONOR Magic V3 5G
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| Screen | 6.2" | 7.92" |
| Display | IPS LCD | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 2156 x 2344 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 416 | 402 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | HiSilicon Kirin 980 | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,750 mAh | 5,150 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, aptX HD, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 154.3 x 74 x 7.9 mm | 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight | 174 grams | 230 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£163.08/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £101.00 | £529.99 |
| Prices updated 12 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Honor 20 or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Honor 20's 6.2", the Honor 20 has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 402, and the Honor 20 uses a IPS LCD panel while the HONOR Magic V3 5G has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Honor 20 or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Honor 20 or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £101.00.
What storage options are available for the Honor 20 and HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 is available in 128GB, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Honor 20 and HONOR Magic V3 5G use?
The Honor 20 is powered by the HiSilicon Kirin 980, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Honor 20 or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 is the more portable of the two: it's 56g lighter at 174 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 154.3 x 74 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Honor 20 or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 is rated Not rated, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Honor 20 and HONOR Magic V3 5G run?
Both phones run Android.