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Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£800RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:7.9 inchesMain camera megapixels:54 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP

Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 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.

8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

90%

8.2

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 90% of smartphones
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

â–²Better than 66%
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

8.2

Connectivity

4%

8.3

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

★Better than 90%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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    N/A~ £800
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.4

Display

15%

7.8

Battery

10%

7.9

Software

10%

8.2

Connectivity

4%

8.3

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

8.2
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

?
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 Ultimate (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

7.6
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor which is faster than processors in 84.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% 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
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% 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
54 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 54 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP which is higher than that of 75.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 81.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
105.8 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 105.8 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 98.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
2.8 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
7.9 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7.9 inches which is larger than the screens of 98.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1984x 2272 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1984x2272 px which is higher than that of 94.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
382 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 382 ppi which is lower than that of 74.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% 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
?
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
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
160.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.3 mm which is shorter than 78.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
141.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 141.5 mm which is wider than 98.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
6.1 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 6.1 mm which is thinner than 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
265 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 265 g which is heavier than 90.6% of smartphones.
Device volume
135,360 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 135,360 cm³ which is larger than 90.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 3.31x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (105.8 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    105.8 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1984x2272 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1984x2272 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.8 binned
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 3.6% better value for money
    Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.6 vs 7.3).
    7.6 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.75 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 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
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 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
  • 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
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Magic Portal, AI Privacy Call, AI Motion Sensing Capture, AI Photography, AI Performance Engine
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 3.31x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (105.8 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    105.8 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.8 binned
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 25% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (150 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    150 vs 120
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (54 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    54 MP & 50 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • 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 (1984x2272 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1984x2272 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1.23 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Honor NanoCrystal Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Honor NanoCrystal Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • 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.
  • 3.3x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    66 W vs 20 W
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2.2 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (6.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    6.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • 3.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.3 mm vs 163.6 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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 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 memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 35.1% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (265 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    265 g vs 196.2 g
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • 3.3% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (382 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    382 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 3.08x more expensive
    Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£800 vs £260).
    £800 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 3.3% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (382 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    382 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 200 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (800 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    800 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 35.1% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (265 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    265 g vs 196.2 g
  • 65.5 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (141.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    141.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 38.4% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (135360 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    135,360 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

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libero.it
18/03/2022
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11/12/2024
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB)

  • Elite hardware performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and 16GB of RAM
  • Stunning LTPO OLED display with industry-leading eye-care technology and high peak brightness
  • Exceptional battery life that easily lasts a full day, complemented by very fast 80W wired and 66W wireless charging
  • Secure 3D Face Unlock that works reliably in the dark and is authorized for banking apps
  • Premium and unique design featuring high durability with NanoCrystal Shield glass and IP68 water resistance
  • Versatile camera system with a variable aperture main sensor and a high-resolution 180MP periscope telephoto lens
  • Excellent sound quality from clear, balanced stereo speakers and high-quality microphone pickup

What we don't like about Honor Magic Ultimate (16GB + 512GB)

  • Aggressive AI image processing that can lead to oversaturated colors, loss of detail, and a 'cartoonish' effect in photos
  • MagicOS software feels cluttered, lacks customization options compared to rivals, and includes unnecessary bloatware
  • The device is physically large, heavy (over 225g), and top-heavy due to the massive camera module, making one-handed use difficult
  • Limited international availability, particularly the lack of official sales and support in the US market
  • Large 'pill-shaped' front camera cutout can be obtrusive when watching videos or gaming
  • Omission of a charger and protective case in the retail box for some regions despite the high flagship price
  • Inconsistent software updates and some lingering bugs, such as notification handling issues

Verdict

The Honor Magic 6 Ultimate (16GB RAM + 512GB storage variant) is a flagship smartphone featuring the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, a stunning 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display with an exceptional 5000 nits peak brightness, and a robust 5600 mAh battery with 80W wired and 66W wireless charging support. A major pro is its advanced triple rear camera system, including a 180MP periscope telephoto lens and a 50MP main sensor with a variable aperture, delivering professional-grade photography capabilities. The device also boasts an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance and a durable "King Kong Rhinoceros" glass front. Potential cons include its substantial weight (227g) and thickness (8.9mm) compared to some flagships, the absence of a 3.5mm audio jack, and a lack of support for expandable storage via a microSD card.

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