HONOR Magic V3 5G vs Motorola Moto G35

Our Verdict: Motorola Moto G35 has the lower total in the current contract pricing, about £3532 below HONOR Magic V3 5G, so contract value is one of the main differences. In specs, HONOR Magic V3 5G has the larger 7.92" screen, an LTPO OLED panel, and storage options up to 512GB; Motorola Moto G35 has a lighter 188g body. The decision tilts to HONOR Magic V3 5G for larger 7.92" screen, but Motorola Moto G35 is the more convincing option if lighter 188g body matters more.

The Moto G 35 is the cheaper one to own: around £696 over a typical contract, £1301 less than the V3 5G.

Expert Rating
4.4
10 reviews
3.5
8 reviews
Screen
7.92" 6.72"
Display
LTPO OLED IPS LCD
Resolution
2156 x 2344 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
402 392
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
20 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Battery
5,150 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight
230 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts
£163.08/mo (£30.00 upfront) £14.47/mo (£65.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£599.99 -

Prices updated 7 August 2026

HONOR Magic V3 5G HONOR Magic V3 5G Motorola Moto G35 Motorola Moto G35
Expert Rating 4.4
10 reviews
3.5
8 reviews
Screen 7.92" 6.72"
Display LTPO OLED IPS LCD
Resolution 2156 x 2344 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 402 392
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 20 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Battery 5,150 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight 230 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts £163.08/mo
£30.00 upfront
£14.47/mo
£65.00 upfront
SIM-free £599.99 -
Prices updated 7 August 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR Magic V3 5G
HONOR Magic V3 5G

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£163.08 per month, £30 upfront.

Motorola Moto G35
Motorola Moto G35

36 Months

128GB

Midnight Black

150GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

Exclusive Deal Details

£14.47 per month, £65 upfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Moto G35 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G35 is cheaper on contract at £696.32 over the life of the deal from £14.47 per month with £65.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Motorola Moto G35's 6.7", the HONOR Magic V3 5G has the sharper display at 402 pixels per inch versus 392, and the HONOR Magic V3 5G uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Motorola Moto G35 has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G35 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G is available in 512GB, while the Motorola Moto G35 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Motorola Moto G35 use?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Motorola Moto G35 uses the Unisoc T760 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Moto G35?

It's a trade-off: the Motorola Moto G35 is lighter but the HONOR Magic V3 5G is more compact. It's 42g lighter at 188 grams, though the HONOR Magic V3 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm, the Motorola Moto G35 is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR Magic V3 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Motorola Moto G35 is rated IP - Water-repellent coating.

What operating system do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Motorola Moto G35 run?

Both phones run Android.