Honor Magic
$250
Overview
Honor Magic is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.09-inch AMOLED, Kirin 950 chipset, 12 main camera, and 2900 mAh battery.
Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Honor Magic
The display of Honor Magic measures 5.09 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor Magic features 2 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor Magic has 2900mAh capacity with 40 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Magic is powered by the Kirin 950 chipset with Mali-T880 MP4 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1700 single-core and 6200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 95000.
The memory of Honor Magic offers 4GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 64GB 4GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Honor Magic includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor Magic weighs 145.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Dimensions measure 146.1 x 69.9 x 7.8 mm.
The software of Honor Magic runs Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Magic Live UI with Magic Live UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Magic
Honor Magic has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor Magic with Kirin 950 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor Magic receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Honor Magic has a 2900mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor Magic at $250 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Honor Magic supports 40 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes.
Honor Magic is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor Magic has a 5.09-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor Magic delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.09"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Kirin 950
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 & TD-SCDMA |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $650 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 146.1 x 69.9 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 145.0 |
| Build Materials | Metal frame, glass back |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Golden Black", "Porcelain White"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.09 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 577 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 69.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2.5D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Magic Live UI |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 950 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex A53) |
| GPU | Mali-T880 MP4 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Kirin ISP 4.0 |
| Modem | Kirin 950 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1700 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 6200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 95000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX286 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2900 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 40 |
| Wired Standard | 40W |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 90 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 40W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Magic Live UI |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Magic Live UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App lock, PrivateSpace, Secure folder |
| Accessibility | Voice control, Magnification gestures, Color inversion |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!