HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs HONOR Magic V3 5G
If you'd rather pay up front, the 8 Lite is the cheaper buy at £327 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.4
10 reviews
HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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HONOR Magic V3 5G
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
4.4 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.79" | 7.92" |
| Display | AMOLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2640 | 2156 x 2344 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 427 | 402 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 7,500 mAh | 5,150 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 15 | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM + Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm | 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 230 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £327.00 | £525.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the HONOR Magic 8 Lite's 6.8", the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the sharper display at 427 pixels per inch versus 402, and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic V3 5G has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite 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 8 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
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 V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V3 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (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 8 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is lighter but the HONOR Magic V3 5G is more compact. It's 41g lighter at 189 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 8 Lite is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or HONOR Magic V3 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, 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 8 Lite and HONOR Magic V3 5G run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 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.