Honor Magic4 Pro vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Our Verdict: There's four years between the Magic4 Pro and the Magic 8 Lite, so the Magic 8 Lite is ahead on most things. The 8 Lite has a significantly higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the 4 Pro 5G's 64MP, plus a 16MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the 8 Lite has the bigger battery of the two, 7500mAh against 4600mAh, which usually means longer between charges. Storage goes higher on the 8 Lite, up to 512GB against 256GB, and the 4 Pro 5G has the sharper display at 460 PPI to 427. Coming from the 4 Pro 5G, the 8 Lite is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
If you'd rather pay up front, the 8 Lite is the cheaper buy at £327 SIM-free.
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Honor Magic4 Pro
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 4 reviews |
3.8 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.81" | 6.79" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1312 x 2848 | 1200 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 427 |
| Rear Camera | 64 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,600 mAh | 7,500 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM + Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 74.7 x 9.1 mm | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 209 grams | 189 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £440.00 | £327.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Honor Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Honor Magic4 Pro has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 427, and the Honor Magic4 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Honor Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Honor Magic4 Pro features a 64 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 Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £327.00.
What storage options are available for the Honor Magic4 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Honor Magic4 Pro is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Honor Magic4 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?
The Honor Magic4 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 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 Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is lighter but the Honor Magic4 Pro is more compact. It's 20g lighter at 189 grams, though the Honor Magic4 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 163.6 x 74.7 x 9.1 mm, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Honor Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Honor Magic4 Pro is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 Magic4 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?
The Honor Magic4 Pro runs Android 12 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.