HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro
Our verdict: Contract-wise, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite undercuts the HONOR Magic 8 Pro by £482.00 over the full term. Text and images look sharper on the HONOR Magic 8 Pro with its 455 PPI display. With 200MP on the rear, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the higher-resolution camera. If selfies matter, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro leads with a 50MP front-facing lens.
HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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| 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) |
| 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 |
£14.99/mo
£39.00 upfront |
£32.99/mo
£89.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £397.00 | £1097.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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 £411.62 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £39.00 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 £397.00.
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.