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Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£750RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.76 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 64 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP

Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 73% of smartphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

25%

7.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

8.2

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–²Better than 74%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £750
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components:

25%

7.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

8.2

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

7.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

6.6

Price

7.2
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus processor which is faster than processors in 77.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.6% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 75.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 64 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 64 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 87.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.5
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/3.5 which is wider than that of 73.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
64 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 64 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.76 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.76 inches which is larger than the screens of 70.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1344x 2772 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1344x2772 px which is higher than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
456 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 456 ppi which is higher than that of 86.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,600 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 76.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 66 W which is faster than in 67.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.8 mm which is shorter than 60.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Width
74.9 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.9 mm which is narrower than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.99 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.99 mm which is thicker than 79.9% of smartphones.
Weight
213 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 213 g which is heavier than 76.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
95,904 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 95,904 cm³ which is smaller than 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
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Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3.5 x vs 0 x).
    3.5 x vs 0 x
  • 2x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (64 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    64 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1344x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1344x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 64 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 64 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 25% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 23.7% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,339 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,339 vs 10,783
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 84.1% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,735 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,735 vs 3,115
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (512 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    512 vs 256
  • 47.5% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (5,643 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    5,643 vs 3,825
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 22.9% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,507 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,507 vs 1,226
  • 3.5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3.5 x vs 0 x).
    3.5 x vs 0 x
  • 2x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (64 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    64 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 64 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 64 MP & 64 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1344x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1344x2772 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 15.4% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (456 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    456 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • 0.09 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.76 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 1.1 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 35.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (509 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    509 min vs 786 min
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • 2.88x more expensive
    Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£750 vs £260).
    £750 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 1.8% worse value for money
    Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.2 vs 7.3).
    7.2 vs 7.34
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 35.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (509 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    509 min vs 786 min
  • 8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    August 2021
    2021 vs 2024
  • 8.6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (213 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    213 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.69 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.99 mm vs 8.3 mm

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What customers like about Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB)

  • Very fast performance due to the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset.
  • Top-notch and impressive camera system, especially in good lighting conditions.
  • High-quality display: 6.76-inch 120Hz OLED screen with vibrant colors and good contrast.
  • Long battery life (4600mAh) that lasts all day, with very fast 66W wired and 50W wireless charging support.
  • Premium and solid build quality with an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
  • Official Google Play Services support on global versions, a significant return feature for the brand.
  • Excellent audio experience and top-spot performance for recording sound.
  • Cinematic video recording features, including a LOG format and unique LUTs.
  • Responsive voice assistant and good connectivity options including 5G and NFC.

What customers don't like about Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB)

  • Camera post-processing, especially with AI, can result in artificial-looking or overly smoothed photos, particularly at zoom levels or in low light.
  • Some users report specific issues with the 2x-5x zoom range being almost unusable before updates.
  • The phone is expensive, which sets high expectations.
  • The device is considered hefty, measuring 8.99mm thick and weighing 213g (glass version).
  • No memory card slot or 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Availability in Western markets can be delayed or limited.
  • Minor software quirks or finicky features, such as an inconsistent Always-On Display (AOD) unlock experience.

Verdict

The Honor Magic 3 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is a high-end flagship smartphone featuring the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G processor, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage. A major highlight is its versatile quad-camera system with a 50MP main sensor, 64MP ultrawide, 64MP telephoto (with 3.5x optical zoom), and a 13MP ultra-wide front camera, offering excellent photo quality and zoom capabilities. The device boasts a stunning 6.76-inch, 120Hz flexible OLED display with HDR10+ and a high 1920Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort, a robust 4600mAh battery, and IP68 water and dust resistance, with support for 66W wired and 50W wireless fast charging. A potential drawback is that it launched running Android 11 with Magic UI 5, which might be outdated for some users, and the software in early models was sometimes reported to have occasional stutters or partial Chinese language in global markets.

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