HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs HONOR Magic V3 5G
Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is £233.42 less expensive than the HONOR Magic V3 5G. If you want a bigger screen, the HONOR Magic V3 5G has 7.9"; if you prefer sharpness, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro hits 453 PPI. Snap-happy users may prefer the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and its 200MP rear camera. Front-camera quality goes to the HONOR Magic 7 Pro at 50MP.
HONOR Magic 7 Pro
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HONOR Magic V3 5G
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| Screen | 6.8" | 7.92" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800 | 2156 x 2344 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 453 | 402 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android | 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/6/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm | 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight | 223 grams | 230 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£44.99/mo
£529.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £599.99 | £1199.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V3 5G cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is cheaper on contract at £1390.54 over the life of the deal from £113.17 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the HONOR Magic 7 Pro's 6.8", the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the sharper display at 453 pixels per inch versus 402, and both use LTPO OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 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 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £599.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic V3 5G use?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 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 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is lighter but the HONOR Magic V3 5G is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 223 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 7 Pro is slimmer at 8.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), 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 7 Pro and HONOR Magic V3 5G run?
Both phones run Android.