HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs HONOR Magic V6 5G
Over a full contract, the 8 Pro works out around £861 all-in, about £661 less than the V6 5G.
10 reviews 4.3
10 reviews
Prices updated 10 July 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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HONOR Magic V6 5G
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.3 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.71" | 7.95" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 2172 x 2352 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 403 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 6,270 mAh | 5,150 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 16 | 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 219 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 |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
£18.00/mo
£1079.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £997.00 | £1997.99 |
| Prices updated 10 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V6 5G cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is cheaper on contract at £861.16 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £119.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V6 5G?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" 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 403, and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the HONOR Magic V6 5G has a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V6 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V6 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 V6 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £997.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and HONOR Magic V6 5G?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V6 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and HONOR Magic V6 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 V6 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or HONOR Magic V6 5G?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (219 grams vs 219 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 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 V6 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 V6 5G is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and HONOR Magic V6 5G run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16 and the HONOR Magic V6 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.