HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro
The Magic 8 Lite is the cheaper one to own: around £351 over a typical contract, £362 less than the Edge 5G 70 Pro.
10 reviews 4.0
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Prices updated 12 July 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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Motorola Edge 70 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
4.0 9 reviews |
| Screen | 6.79" | 6.8" |
| Display | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2640 | 1272 x 2772 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 427 | 449 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm) |
| Battery | 7,500 mAh | 6,500 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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm | 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£12.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£27.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £327.00 | £747.00 |
| Prices updated 12 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Motorola Edge 70 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £351.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Motorola Edge 70 Pro has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 427, and both use AMOLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro 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 Motorola Edge 70 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 Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Motorola Edge 70 Pro use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro uses the Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Extreme (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (189 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 162.7 x 75.6 x 7.0 mm, and is slimmer at 7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Motorola Edge 70 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Motorola Edge 70 Pro run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.