HONOR 600 Lite vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite

Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the HONOR 600 Lite wins — it's £10.00 less than the HONOR Magic 8 Lite overall. Visuals favour the HONOR Magic 8 Lite — it's both bigger at 6.8" and sharper at 427 PPI. For a lighter carry, the HONOR 600 Lite wins at 180g. If splashes worry you, the HONOR 600 Lite offers the stronger seal at IP66.

Screen
6.6" 6.79"
Display
AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1200 x 1600 1200 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
303 427
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB 512GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm
Weight
180 grams 189 grams
Water Resistance
IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets) IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£369.00 £399.00
HONOR 600 Lite HONOR 600 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Screen 6.6" 6.79"
Display AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1200 x 1600 1200 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 303 427
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB 512GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm
Weight 180 grams 189 grams
Water Resistance IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets) IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Contracts £14.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £369.00 £399.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 600 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 600 Lite is cheaper on contract at £393.96 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 600 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the HONOR 600 Lite's 6.6", the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the sharper display at 427 pixels per inch versus 303, and both use AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR 600 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a 108 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR 600 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR 600 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £369.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR 600 Lite is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR 600 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?

The HONOR 600 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 600 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR 600 Lite is the more portable of the two — it's 9g lighter at 180 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR 600 Lite is rated IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR 600 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?

The HONOR 600 Lite runs Android and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.