HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A27

Our Verdict: Neither phone has a decisive listed price lead, making the practical hardware differences more important. HONOR Magic 8 Lite answers with the stronger display case, using a 6.79" AMOLED panel at 427 PPI versus Samsung Galaxy A27's 6.7" Super AMOLED screen at 385 PPI. For photos and storage, HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the higher-resolution rear camera figure at 108MP versus Samsung Galaxy A27's 50MP, HONOR Magic 8 Lite also has the higher-resolution front camera at 16MP against Samsung Galaxy A27's 12MP. HONOR Magic 8 Lite is lighter at 189g, compared with Samsung Galaxy A27 at 200g, HONOR Magic 8 Lite lists the larger battery capacity, 7,500 mAh against Samsung Galaxy A27's 5,000 mAh. Pick HONOR Magic 8 Lite if its display, camera, storage, or software advantages suit you better; pick Samsung Galaxy A27 if its price or portability is more important.

Over a full contract, the A27 works out around £357 all-in, about £30 less than the Magic 8 Lite.

HONOR Magic 8 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A27
Expert Rating
3.8
10 reviews 3.6
6 reviews
Screen
6.79" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1200 x 2640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
427 385
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
7,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB, 256GB
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
Bluetooth
5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions
161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight
189 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£13.00/mo (£55.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£327.00 £317.00

Prices updated 13 August 2026

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HONOR Magic 8 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A27
Expert Rating 3.8
10 reviews		 3.6
6 reviews
Screen 6.79" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1200 x 2640 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 427 385
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 7,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB, 256GB
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
Bluetooth 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight 189 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront 		£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £327.00 £317.00
Prices updated 13 August 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper on contract at £356.76 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the sharper display at 427 pixels per inch versus 385, and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A27 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 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 Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £317.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 11g lighter at 189 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.