HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro
Our Verdict: Same generation, two tiers: the Magic 8 Pro at the top and the Magic 8 Lite below it. The Pro leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the Lite's 108MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 16MP, and the Pro has the sharper display at 455 PPI to 427. The Lite is the lighter phone at 189g against 219g. Get the Pro if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the Lite covers the basics for less.
The Lite is the cheaper one to own: around £382 over a typical contract, £479 less than the Pro.
10 reviews 4.2
10 reviews
Prices updated 5 July 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.79" | 6.71" |
| Display | AMOLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2640 | 1206 x 2808 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 427 | 455 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | - | 6,270 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM + 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 | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 219 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £327.00 | £997.00 |
| Prices updated 5 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £382.00 over the life of the deal from £13.00 per month with £55.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the sharper display at 455 pixels per inch versus 427, and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 8 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 8 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £327.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Pro use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is lighter but the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is more compact. It's 30g lighter at 189 grams, though the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.