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Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP

Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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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â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 51% 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%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 66%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

25%

6.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

1.6

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 55%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 87%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

25%

6.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.1

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

1.6

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

6.5
User score
User score
8.8/ 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–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 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–² Better than 83% of models
Popularity:
Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.7 points, which is higher than 83.5% of smartphones.
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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 66% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.6
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor model which is slower than processors in 50.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% 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
108 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 91.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 44.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 60.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.92 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
6.78 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1220x 2652 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1220x2652 px which is higher than that of 75.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
431 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 431 ppi which is higher than that of 74.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% 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
5,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,300 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 66.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.4% of smartphones.
Charging speed
35 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 35 W which is faster than in 51% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.4% 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
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include 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
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% 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
163.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm which is shorter than 48.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Width
75.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.5 mm which is narrower than 59.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
185 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 185 g which is lighter than 78.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,800 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,800 cm³ which is smaller than 46.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
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Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 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
  • 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
  • 6% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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.
    MagicOS 7.2, HONOR RAM Turbo, AI Motion Capture, AI Scene Recognition
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 0.11 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.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2652 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2652 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 9.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    Honor Magic6 Lite
    the average smartphone
    Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.76 vs 8.000).
    8.76 vs 8
  • 59.6% more popular
    Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.68 vs 5.4).
    8.68 vs 5.44
  • 44.4% cheaper
    Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£180 vs £260).
    £180 vs £260
  • 3.2% better value for money
    Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.57 vs 7.3).
    7.57 vs 7.34
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1,024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 16.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (7 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    7 W vs 6 W
  • 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.
    MagicOS 7.2, HONOR RAM Turbo, AI Motion Capture, AI Scene Recognition
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 5 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 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/1.75 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 0.11 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.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2652 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2652 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 43.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (949 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    949 nits vs 660 nits
  • 9.1% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (431 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    431 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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 curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 25% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (300 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    300 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 200 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 6% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5,000 mAh.
    5,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 6.1% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (35 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    35 W vs 33 W
  • 5.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (185 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    185 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 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.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 80.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (615 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    615 vs 3,115
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 80.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (615 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    615 vs 3,115
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 5.4% lower PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (935 vs 988). The average smartphone scores 988 for single-core performance.
    935 vs 988
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (22 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    22 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67

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06/01/2024
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11/01/2024
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17/01/2024
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24/04/2024
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16/05/2024
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10/01/2024
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02/01/2024
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB)

  • Excellent, long-lasting battery life, often lasting two days with typical use
  • Great-looking 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and high 1.5K resolution, praised for vivid colors and brightness
  • Premium-feeling design and good build quality, belying its mid-range price
  • Excellent durability and drop resistance due to 'Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop Display' and SGS five-star certification
  • Smooth and speedy performance for daily tasks and productivity, with no noticeable lag or stuttering in general use
  • Main 108MP camera performs well in good lighting conditions, producing detailed and vibrant images
  • Ample 256GB of storage and 8GB of RAM, which can be expanded virtually
  • Display features high-frequency 1920Hz PWM dimming to reduce eye strain, a feature often found on more expensive phones

What customers don't like about Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB)

  • Runs on an outdated Android 13 version at launch, with limited software support (only two OS updates promised)
  • Video recording quality is a weak point due to a lack of effective stabilization and focusing issues
  • Secondary ultra-wide (5MP) and macro (2MP) cameras are underwhelming and produce low-quality, noisy images
  • Slow charging speed (35W) compared to competitors, and no charger or case is included in the box
  • Only a single, mono speaker which is described as average and lacking in bass
  • Performance is average for a mid-range phone; it can handle normal games but struggles with graphically demanding titles like *Genshin Impact* at high settings
  • The phone can get hot during resource-intensive tasks like prolonged video recording
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack and no expandable storage via microSD card

Verdict

The Honor Magic6 Lite (8GB + 256GB) is a durable mid-range smartphone featuring a prominent 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a notable 1.5K resolution. Key specifications include the capable Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, a substantial 5800mAh battery offering excellent longevity, and a high-resolution 108MP main camera. Its main advantages are the exceptional battery life and the robust, drop-resistant build quality, often marketed with 360° device protection. Potential downsides include the absence of an IP rating for water resistance and the lack of an ultra-wide camera lens, which might limit some photography options.

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