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Honor Magic8 Specifications
Honor
Released 2025, Oct 23
12 / 16 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
- 205g, 8mm thickness
- Android 16, up to 7 major upgrades
- 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 10 | — |
| Display | 8.7 | — |
| Performance | 8.8 | — |
| Camera | 8.3 | — |
| Body | 6 | — |
| Gaming | 8.8 | — |
| Software | 9.7 | — |
| Connectivity | 9.4 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.58"
1256x2760 pixels
64MP
2160p
12/16GB RAM
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
7000mAh
90W80W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | LTE | |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
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Launch
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Announced | 2025, October 15 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2025, October 23 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 157.1 x 74 x 8 mm (6.19 x 2.91 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 205 g (7.23 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | |
| ??? | IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
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Display
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Type | LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 4320Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR Vivid, 1800 nits (HBM), 6000 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.58 inches, 105.3 cm2 (~90.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1256 x 2760 pixels (~461 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Giant Rhino Glass | |
| ??? | HDR image support |
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Platform
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OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 10 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | |
| GPU | Adreno 840 |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 4.0 |
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Main Camera
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Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0??m, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/2.5, (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 12mm, 122?? (ultrawide), 1/2.88", 0.61??m, dual pixel PDAF |
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| Features | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@24/30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS, OIS, HDR, 10-bit video |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 50 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), 1/2.93", 0.6??m |
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| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with large amplitude stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LHDC 5, Auracast, ASHA | |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L1+L5), GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | Emergency SOS via satellite (messages and calls) - China only |
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Battery
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Type | Si/C Li-Ion 7000 mAh |
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| Charging | 90W wired, 90W PPS, 40W UFCS 80W wireless Reverse wireless 5W reverse wired |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White, Gold, Mint |
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| Models | BKQ-AN80, BKQ-AN00 | |
| Price | About 540 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Honor Magic8 worth buying in 2026?
Honor Magic8 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Honor Magic8 good for gaming?
Honor Magic8 scores 88/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Honor Magic8?
Honor Magic8 has a 7,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Honor Magic8 have?
Honor Magic8 features a 6.58-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Honor Magic8 water resistant?
Honor Magic8 is rated IP69. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Honor Magic8 have?
Honor Magic8 is available with 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Honor Magic8?
Genze rates Honor Magic8 8.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.
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