HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G vs HONOR Magic V3 5G
Our Verdict: The Magic V3 5G and the Magic 6 Lite 5G are three years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 6 Lite 5G has the better camera on paper, 108MP versus 50MP, and the V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" against 6.8", while the 6 Lite 5G has the sharper one at 431 PPI. The V3 5G offers up to 512GB of storage versus 256GB on the 6 Lite 5G, and the 6 Lite 5G is the lighter phone at 185g against 230g. Coming from the V3 5G, the 6 Lite 5G is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
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 V3 5G
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| Screen | 6.78" | 7.92" |
| Display | AMOLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2652 | 2156 x 2344 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 431 | 402 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,300 mAh | 5,150 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 13 | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.1 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 75.5 x 8 mm | 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight | 185 grams | 230 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP53 - dust and splash protection | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£163.08/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £200.00 | £525.00 |
| 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 V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G's 6.8", the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G has the sharper display at 431 pixels per inch versus 402, and the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic V3 5G has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G features a 108 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 Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
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 V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G and HONOR Magic V3 5G use?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm), 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 Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is lighter but the HONOR Magic V3 5G is more compact. It's 45g lighter at 185 grams, though the HONOR Magic V3 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm, the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is slimmer at 8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, 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 Magic 6 Lite 5G and HONOR Magic V3 5G run?
The HONOR Magic 6 Lite 5G runs Android 13 and the HONOR Magic V3 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.