HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G vs HONOR Magic 7 Pro
Our Verdict: The Magic 7 Pro is the follow-up to the Magic 6 Lite 5G a year later, so the two are close. The 7 Pro has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 108MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 16MP, and storage goes higher on the 7 Pro, up to 512GB against 256GB. The 7 Pro has the sharper display at 453 PPI to 431, and the 6 Lite 5G is the lighter phone at 185g against 223g. The 7 Pro is worth the extra if the updates matter to you, but the 6 Lite 5G is a good buy if the price has dropped.
Buying outright, the 6 Lite 5G starts at £200 SIM-free.
Prices updated 26 July 2026
HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G
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HONOR Magic 7 Pro
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| Screen | 6.78" | 6.8" |
| Display | AMOLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2652 | 1280 x 2800 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 431 | 453 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,300 mAh | 5,270 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 13 | Android |
| SIM Type | 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/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 with A2DP, LE | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 75.5 x 8 mm | 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 185 grams | 223 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP53 - dust and splash protection | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts | - |
£113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £200.00 | £439.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the sharper display at 453 pixels per inch versus 431, and the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has a 200 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 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £200.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G and HONOR Magic 7 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G and HONOR Magic 7 Pro use?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm), while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 38g lighter at 185 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.6 x 75.5 x 8 mm, and is slimmer at 8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic 7 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G and HONOR Magic 7 Pro run?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G runs Android 13 and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.