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Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2

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Overview

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6.39-inch AMOLED, Kirin 980 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3400 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2

The display of Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 measures 6.39 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080 x 2340 px resolution.

Size
6.39 inches
Type
AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 px
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
600 nits
HDR
HDR10

The camera system of Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 features 3 rear cameras: 16 main, 16MP ultrawide, 24MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@960fps.

Main Sensor
16
Camera Count
3 cameras
Ultrawide
16MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto
24MP
Max Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@960fps

The battery of Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 has 3400mAh capacity with 40 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.

Capacity
3400mAh
Wired Charging
40
Full Charge Time
90 min minutes

The performance of Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 is powered by the Kirin 980 chipset with ARM Mali-G76 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 375207.

Chipset
Kirin 980
CPU
2x Cortex A76 2.6 GHz + 2x Cortex A76 1.92 GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8 GHz
GPU
ARM Mali-G76
AnTuTu Score
375207

The build of Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 weighs 206g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IPX2. Dimensions measure 157.3 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm.

Dimensions
157.3 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm
Weight
206g
Frame
Aluminum
Back
Glass
IP Rating
IPX2

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Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

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6.39" display

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Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

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6.39" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 with Kirin 980 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 has IPX2 protection against dust and water.

Related: water resistance

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 has a 3400mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 supports 40 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 has a 6.39-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

6.39"

Main Camera

16

Chipset

Kirin 980

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyN/A
2G BandsN/A
3G BandsN/A
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation4g-lte-ca
SIMNano-SIM
Dual SIM Modedual-4g
eSIM SupportN/A
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2018
StatusN/A
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)157.3 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm
Weight (g)206
Build MaterialsPlastic, Metal
FrameAluminum
Back FinishGlass
ColorsN/A
IP RatingIPX2
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal Solutiongraphite-sheet
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeAMOLED
Size (inches)6.39
Resolution (px)1080 x 2340 px
Aspect Ratio6:13
Pixel Density (ppi)403
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)84
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)180
Peak Brightness (nits)600
HDR StandardsHDR10
Color GamutDCI-P3
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)250
Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
Curvature2.5D
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchN/A
Update Policy2 years
ChipsetKirin 980
CPU2x Cortex A76 2.6 GHz + 2x Cortex A76 1.92 GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8 GHz
GPUARM Mali-G76
NPU/AI TOPs2 TOPS
ISP Featuresdual-ISP
Modemkirin-980-modem
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score375207
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAMN/A
RAM TypeLPDDR4X
StorageN/A
Storage TypeUFS 2.1
Storage Speedufs-2.1
Expandable StorageN/A
Slot TypeN/A
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionfull-disk

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras3
Main Sensor16
Main Sensor SizeCMOS BSI
Main Sensor Model16 Mpx
Main Lensf/1.8, 27mm
OIS
Autofocuspaf
Pixel Binning0.8 um
Ultrawide16MP, FOV: 120°
Telephoto24MP
Macro2
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashDual-LED
Video Resolution4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@960fps
HDR/Dolby Vision VideoHDR10
Video Codecsh264,h265
Slow Motion960fps
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution16
Sensor Size16 Mpx
Aperturef/2.2
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video1080p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face Unlock3d-tof

Audio

LoudspeakersN/A
3.5mm JackN/A
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaac,aptx
DAC/Ampintegrated-dac

Connectivity

Wi-FiN/A
Wi-Fi FeaturesN/A
BluetoothN/A
NFCN/A
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningN/A
Dual-Band GNSS
FM RadioN/A
USBUSB Type C
Display Out
eSIM CapacityN/A

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensoroptical-under-display
3D Face IDN/A
AccelerometerN/A
GyroscopeN/A
MagnetometerN/A
Proximity SensorN/A
Ambient LightN/A
BarometerN/A
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)3400
TypeLi-Polymer
RemovableN/A
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging40
Wired StandardSuperCharge
0-50% Time (mins)30 min
Full Charge Time90 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box40W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 9.0 (Pie)
Update Window2 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityStandard
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger,cable,case,manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

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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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6.7/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Huawei Huawei Honor Magic 2 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3.4 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
    • - Battery life could be better

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