HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Our verdict: Add up the full contract cost and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in £996.58 cheaper than the HONOR Magic 7 Pro. At 453 PPI, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro delivers the crisper display. Photography fans should note the HONOR Magic 7 Pro packs a 200MP main sensor. Selfie fans take note: the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has a 50MP front camera.
HONOR Magic 7 Pro
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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| Screen | 6.8" | 6.79" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800 | 1200 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 453 | 427 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| 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/6/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 223 grams | 189 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£14.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £599.99 | £399.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £393.96 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
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 427, and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 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 7 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 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 7 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is the more portable of the two — it's 34g 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 7 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 7 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro 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.