HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs HONOR Magic V2 5G
If you'd rather pay up front, the V2 5G is the cheaper buy at £439 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.0
10 reviews
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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HONOR Magic V2 5G
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.71" | 7.92" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 2156 x 2344 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 402 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,270 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 156.7 x 74 x 9.9 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 231 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 |
£29.99/mo
£169.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £739.99 | £439.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V2 5G?
The HONOR Magic V2 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the HONOR Magic 8 Pro's 6.7", the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the sharper display at 455 pixels per inch versus 402, and both use LTPO OLED panels.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V2 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V2 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 Pro or HONOR Magic V2 5G?
The HONOR Magic V2 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £439.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and HONOR Magic V2 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V2 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and HONOR Magic V2 5G use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the HONOR Magic V2 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V2 5G?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is lighter but the HONOR Magic V2 5G is more compact. It's 12g lighter at 219 grams, though the HONOR Magic V2 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.7 x 74 x 9.9 mm, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V2 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the HONOR Magic V2 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and HONOR Magic V2 5G run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16 and the HONOR Magic V2 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.