Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A
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Honor Magic V3
Starting at
£552.00
Honor X8A
Starting at
£170.00What's the difference between the Honor Magic V3 and Honor X8A?
Honor Magic V3 vs X8A comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Honor X8A starts at £170, £382 less than the Honor Magic V3. The Honor Magic V3 is the newer model, released in 2024.
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- Chipset: Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) on the Honor Magic V3, Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm) on the Honor X8A.
- The Honor Magic V3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 6 GB.
- The Honor Magic V3 has a bigger battery: 5150 mAh vs 4500 mAh.
Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A specs
The Honor Magic V3 and Honor X8A serve different needs with their distinct features. The Magic V3 suits you if you want a large foldable screen and high performance with more RAM and a newer chipset. It also runs Android 14 and supports 5G, so it fits well for multitasking gaming and staying current with software updates. The Honor X8A is better suited if you prefer a lighter phone with a simpler design and a main camera that captures very high-resolution photos. It offers a solid screen size with a 90 Hz refresh rate and is a good choice for everyday use and photography enthusiasts who want a detailed main camera.
Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A price
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Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery life software support and build features that affect how long the devices stay useful and convenient for daily use.
Battery Capacity
The Honor Magic V3 has a 5150 mAh battery which offers more capacity than the Honor X8A's 4500 mAh. This higher capacity suits users who need longer battery life between charges especially if you use more demanding apps or multitask frequently.
Software Updates
This means it can provide the newest features and security improvements.
Foldable Design
The Honor Magic V3 is foldable providing a flexible form factor that expands screen space for multitasking or media consumption. The Honor X8A is not foldable and offers a traditional smartphone shape.
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Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A performance
Performance depends on the chipset RAM and storage options affecting how smoothly the phone runs apps and handles multitasking.
Processor Power
The Honor Magic V3 uses a Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset built on a 4 nm process which supports faster and more efficient operation. The Honor X8A has a Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 chipset on a 12 nm process. The Magic V3 suits users who want stronger performance for gaming multitasking and demanding apps.
Memory Capacity
The Honor Magic V3 offers 12 GB of RAM which helps keep more apps open and running smoothly at once. The Honor X8A has 6 GB of RAM suitable for everyday use and lighter multitasking.
Storage Size
The Honor Magic V3 comes with 512 GB of storage offering ample space for apps media and files. The Honor X8A provides 128 GB which is enough for typical daily use but offers less room for large files or many apps.
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Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A screen
Screen quality affects your viewing experience with size resolution refresh rate and panel type shaping how content looks and feels.
Screen Size and Type
The Honor Magic V3 has a 7.92 inch LTPO AMOLED screen giving you a large and vibrant display ideal for watching videos and multitasking. The Honor X8A has a 6.7 inch IPS LCD screen which offers a solid viewing area with good colour accuracy for everyday use.
Resolution and Refresh Rate
The Honor Magic V3 has a resolution of 2156 by 2344 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate resulting in sharper images and smoother on-screen motion. The Honor X8A displays 1080 by 2388 pixels at 90 Hz which provides good clarity and a responsive feel suited for general usage.
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Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A camera
Audiovisual features focus on cameras which influence photo and video quality and front camera suitability for selfies or video calls.
Main Camera Resolution
The Honor X8A offers a 100 megapixel main camera which captures very detailed photos and suits users who prioritise high-resolution photography. The Honor Magic V3 has a 50 megapixel main camera which is still detailed and versatile for most photography needs.
Front Camera Quality
The Honor Magic V3 has a 20 megapixel front camera providing higher resolution for selfies and video calls. The Honor X8A features a 16 megapixel front camera which suits everyday selfie and video call use.
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Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A size and design
Miscellaneous features cover network compatibility size weight and connectivity that affect daily handling and use of each device.
Network and SIM Options
The Honor Magic V3 supports 5G networks and offers Dual Physical SIM plus eSIM providing flexible connectivity options for faster mobile data and multiple lines. The Honor X8A supports 4G and has Dual Physical SIM slots.
Physical Dimensions and Weight
The Honor Magic V3 measures 156.6 mm in height 145.3 mm in width and 4.35 mm in depth weighing 226 or 230 grams. Its slim depth suits those who want a sleek foldable device. The Honor X8A is taller at 162.9 mm narrower at 74.5 mm wide and thicker at 7.5 mm depth weighing 179 grams for a lighter feel.
Connector Details
Both devices use USB Type-C connectors. The Honor X8A specifies USB Type-C 2.0 with OTG support which allows connecting peripherals like flash drives. The Honor Magic V3 lists USB Type-C without additional detail.
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Honor Magic V3 or Honor X8A: which should you buy?
Buy the Honor Magic V3 if
- you want more RAM (12 GB vs 6 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 4500 mAh)
- you want an OLED screen
Buy the Honor X8A if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £170, £382 less than the Honor Magic V3
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (100 megapixels vs 50 megapixels)
Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X8A FAQs
Honor Magic V3 vs X8A comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) on the Honor Magic V3, Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm) on the Honor X8A. The Honor Magic V3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 6 GB.
The Honor X8A is cheaper refurbished, from £170 compared with £552 for the Honor Magic V3.
The Honor Magic V3 has a bigger battery: 5150 mAh vs 4500 mAh.
The Honor X8A has a higher-resolution main camera: 100 megapixels vs 50 megapixels.
The Honor Magic V3 adds more RAM (12 GB vs 6 GB), a bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 4500 mAh) and an OLED screen. Refurbished, it costs £382 more (from £552 vs £170).
Refurbished, the Honor Magic V3 comes in 512GB, and the Honor X8A in 128GB.
