Honor 20 Lite vs HONOR Magic V3 5G
Our verdict: Neither phone sweeps the display: the HONOR Magic V3 5G is bigger at 7.9" while the Honor 20 Lite is sharper at 415 PPI. With 50MP on the rear, the HONOR Magic V3 5G has the higher-resolution camera. If selfies matter, the HONOR Magic V3 5G leads with a 20MP front-facing lens. At just 164g, the Honor 20 Lite is the more pocket-friendly option.
Honor 20 Lite
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HONOR Magic V3 5G
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| Screen | 6.21" | 7.92" |
| Display | LTPS IPS LCD | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 | 2156 x 2344 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 415 | 402 |
| Rear Camera | 24 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Hisilicon Kirin 710 | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| 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 b/g/n | 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 | 164 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 | £108.00 | £1197.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Honor 20 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Honor 20 Lite's 6.2", the Honor 20 Lite has the sharper display at 415 pixels per inch versus 402, and the Honor 20 Lite uses a LTPS IPS LCD panel while the HONOR Magic V3 5G has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Honor 20 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 Lite features a 24 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 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £108.00.
What storage options are available for the Honor 20 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 Lite is available in 128GB, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Honor 20 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G use?
The Honor 20 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 20 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 Lite is the more portable of the two — it's 66g lighter at 164 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 20 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The Honor 20 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 20 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G run?
Both phones run Android.