HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Our Verdict: The Magic 8 Lite is three years newer than the Magic 5 Pro 5G, and it shows in the specs. The 8 Lite has a considerably higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the 5 Pro 5G's 50MP, plus a 16MP selfie camera against 12MP, and there's more battery in the 8 Lite, 7500mAh to 5100mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 5 Pro 5G has the sharper display at 460 PPI to 427, and the 8 Lite is the lighter phone at 189g against 219g. Coming from the 5 Pro 5G, the 8 Lite is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 8 Lite starts at £327 SIM-free.
Prices updated 28 July 2026
HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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| Screen | 6.81" | 6.79" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1312 x 2848 | 1200 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 427 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,100 mAh | 7,500 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android | 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 | 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 219 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 | £486.00 | £327.00 |
| Prices updated 28 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 427, and the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G uses a LTPO OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G features a 50 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 Magic 5 Pro 5G 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 Magic 5 Pro 5G and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?
The HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (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 Magic 5 Pro 5G or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 30g lighter at 189 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G 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 Magic 5 Pro 5G and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?
The HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G 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.