HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a considerably higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus's 50MP, plus a 16MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Magic 8 Lite packs the bigger battery, 7500mAh against 4700mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The Magic 8 Lite has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.6" and sharper at 427 PPI. The Magic 8 Lite doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the S23+ 5G.
The Magic 8 Lite is the cheaper one to own: around £392 over a typical contract, £338 less than the S23+ 5G.
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 3.8 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.79" | 6.6" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2640 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 427 | 390 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 7,500 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 195 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 |
£57.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £327.00 | £289.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £392.00 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 Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus's 6.6", the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the sharper display at 427 pixels per inch versus 390, and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 S23 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £289.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is more compact. It's 6g lighter at 189 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is actually the more compact phone at 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
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 S23 Plus is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.