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Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£970RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:7.92 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 40 MP

Honor Magic V3 5G (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.

Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB)
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.
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

90%

8.3

Technical score

10%

7.3

User score

★Better than 91% of smartphones
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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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â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

5.4

Price

â–²Better than 51%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.7

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

8.2

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

★Better than 93%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 87%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

25%

9.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.7

Display

15%

7.9

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

8.2

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

8.3
User score
User score
7.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 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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â–² Better than 64% of models
Popularity:
Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 6.9 points, which is higher than 64% of smartphones.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

5.4

Price

7.4
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 90.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% 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
3.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% 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 & 50 MP & 40 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 40 MP which is higher than that of 72% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/2.2 & f/3.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/2.2 & f/3.0 which is wider than that of 93.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% 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
7.92 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7.92 inches which is larger than the screens of 98.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
2156x 2344 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 2156x2344 px which is higher than that of 98.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
402 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 402 ppi which is higher than that of 61.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% 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
5,150 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,150 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 61.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.9% 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
156.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 156.6 mm which is shorter than 89.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
145.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 145.3 mm which is wider than 99.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
4.35 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 4.35 mm which is thinner than 99.8% of smartphones.
Weight
230 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 230 g which is heavier than 86.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
90,480 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 90,480 cm³ which is smaller than 67.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Honor Magic V3 5G (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
  • 3.5 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
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 3.18x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2100 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,100 nits vs 660 nits
  • 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
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 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
  • 37.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.28x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,150 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,150 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 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
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.99x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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
  • 3x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (12288 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    12,288 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2.25x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (5,699 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    5,699 vs 2,533
  • 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
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 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
  • 26.2% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (13000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    13,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Magic Portal with Intent-Based Recommendations, Magic LM, AI Eye-Tracking, AI Writing Assistant
    agentic vs fundamental
  • 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
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/2.2 & f/3 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 & f/2.2 & f/3.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 40 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 40 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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)
  • 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
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 3.18x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2100 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,100 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1.25 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.
    7.92 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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.
  • 1.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (402 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    402 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 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
  • 3% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5150 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,150 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 2.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (2.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    2.5 m vs 0 m
  • 3.95 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (4.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    4.35 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.
  • 7 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (156.6 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    156.6 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • 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.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 17.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (230 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    230 g vs 196.2 g
  • 69.3 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (145.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    145.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£970 vs £260).
    £970 vs £260
  • 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
  • 9.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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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    Honor Magic V3 5G
    the average smartphone
    Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.32 vs 8.000).
    7.32 vs 8
  • 3.73x more expensive
    Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£970 vs £260).
    £970 vs £260
  • 9.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Honor Magic V3 5G
    the average smartphone
    Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.32 vs 8.000).
    7.32 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 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 memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 17.2% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (230 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    230 g vs 196.2 g
  • 69.3 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (145.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    145.3 mm vs 76 mm

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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ubergizmo.com
20/02/2025
Summary of the review
Honor Magic V3 Review: A Balanced Take on Foldable Phone Innovation
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creativebloq.com
29/12/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Magic V3 review: foldable style and power in a lightweight unit
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androidcentral.com
05/11/2024
Summary of the review
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What we like about Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB)

  • Extremely thin and light design for a foldable phone, feeling like a regular smartphone when closed.
  • Stunning inner and cover OLED displays with high brightness, vibrant colors, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and a barely visible crease.
  • Powerful flagship-level performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, handling demanding games and daily tasks smoothly.
  • Versatile and impressive camera system (50MP main, 50MP telephoto, 40MP ultrawide) that performs well in various conditions, including night shots and portraits.
  • Excellent battery charging speeds (66W wired and 50W wireless), with the wired charger included in the box.
  • Durable build with an ultra-thin super-steel hinge and an IPX8 water resistance rating.
  • Useful AI features like Magic Portal for multitasking, an AI eraser for photos, and face-to-face translation.
  • Generous starting storage of 512GB, which is double the base amount of some competitors.
  • Responsive and convenient side-mounted fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button.
  • High-quality included protective case that even features a built-in kickstand.
  • Ebook mode that turns the screen monochrome, enhancing the reading experience.
  • Global version comes with Google's apps and services pre-installed.

What we don't like about Honor Magic V3 5G (16GB + 512GB)

  • High price point, which remains a barrier to mainstream appeal.
  • Gets considerably hot under prolonged heavy use or demanding games due to limited thermal management.
  • Battery life is considered slightly underwhelming for its capacity and may not consistently last two full days with heavy use, especially on the inner screen.
  • Software (MagicOS) can be an acquired taste, is a heavy modification of stock Android (resembling iOS), and multitasking features could be more intuitive compared to rivals.
  • Shorter software update commitment (four years of OS updates, five years of security patches) compared to industry leaders like Samsung and Google.
  • Selfie cameras are only decent/unremarkable compared to the main rear cameras.
  • Lack of official availability in the U.S. and other regions, making it hard to purchase.
  • Some minor hinge wobble and a slight 'crunchiness' feel when unfolding.
  • In some cases, specific units have reported Wi-Fi connectivity issues that might require an exchange.
  • Doesn't support FM radio or expandable storage.

Verdict

The Honor Magic V3 (16GB + 512GB) is an ultra-slim and lightweight foldable smartphone that runs Android 14 with MagicOS 8.0, powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. It features a large 7.92-inch foldable LTPO OLED inner display and a 6.43-inch LTPO OLED cover screen, both with a 120Hz refresh rate and high peak brightness (up to 5000 nits on the cover screen). The device boasts a versatile triple-camera system on the rear (50MP main, 50MP periscope telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom, and 40MP ultra-wide) and dual 20MP front cameras. A significant pro is its record-breaking thinness at 9.2mm folded and 4.35mm unfolded, combined with a large 5150mAh silicon-carbon battery with 66W wired and 50W wireless charging support, plus an IPX8 water resistance rating. Potential cons include the noticeable camera bump, the lack of a dust resistance IP rating, potentially aggressive background app management in some software modes, and a shorter software update policy compared to some rivals.

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