Honor 10 Lite vs HONOR Magic V3 5G

Our verdict: It depends what you value in a screen — the HONOR Magic V3 5G offers 7.9" but the Honor 10 Lite counters with 415 PPI. Camera resolution goes to the HONOR Magic V3 5G with its 50MP rear shooter. Up front, the Honor 10 Lite wins with a 24MP selfie camera. You'll barely notice the Honor 10 Lite in your pocket at 162g.

Expert Rating
3.8
10 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen
6.21" 7.92"
Display
IPS LCD LTPO OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 2156 x 2344
Pixels Per Inch
415 402
Rear Camera
13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
24 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset
Hisilicon Kirin 710 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
64GB 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
4.2 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm
Weight
162 grams 230 grams
Water Resistance
Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£44.99/mo (£529.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£1.00 £1197.99
Honor 10 Lite Honor 10 Lite HONOR Magic V3 5G HONOR Magic V3 5G
Expert Rating 3.8
10 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen 6.21" 7.92"
Display IPS LCD LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 2156 x 2344
Pixels Per Inch 415 402
Rear Camera 13 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 24 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset Hisilicon Kirin 710 Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 64GB 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 4.2 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm
Weight 162 grams 230 grams
Water Resistance Not rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £44.99/mo
£529.00 upfront
SIM-free £1.00 £1197.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Honor 10 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Honor 10 Lite's 6.2", the Honor 10 Lite has the sharper display at 415 pixels per inch versus 402, and the Honor 10 Lite uses a IPS LCD panel while the HONOR Magic V3 5G has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Honor 10 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?

The Honor 10 Lite features a 13 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 10 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?

The Honor 10 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £1.00.

What storage options are available for the Honor 10 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G?

The Honor 10 Lite is available in 64GB, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Honor 10 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G use?

The Honor 10 Lite is powered by the Hisilicon Kirin 710, 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 10 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?

The Honor 10 Lite is the more portable of the two — it's 68g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 154.8 x 73.6 x 8 mm, and is slimmer at 8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Honor 10 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?

The Honor 10 Lite 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 10 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G run?

Both phones run Android.