HONOR Magic 8 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Over a full contract, the Magic 8 Lite works out around £387 all-in, about £448 less than the Galaxy Z Flip8.
HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
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| Screen | 6.79" | 6.9" |
| Display | AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2640 | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 427 | 397 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Exynos 2600 (2 nm) |
| Battery | 7,500 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 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 | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm | 166.7 x 75.2 x 6.9 mm |
| Weight | 189 grams | 180 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront |
£10.00/mo
£579.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £327.00 | £1147.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £387.00 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 Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger screen at 6.9" 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 397, and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 Z Flip8?
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 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 uses the Exynos 2600 (2 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is lighter but the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is more compact. It's 9g lighter at 180 grams, though the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is actually the more compact phone at 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is slimmer at 6.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
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 Z Flip8 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Lite and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.