Should You Upgrade from the HONOR Magic4 Pro to the Magic6 Pro?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the HONOR Magic4 Pro to the Magic6 Pro, 2 years apart.
Probably not — keep your HONOR Magic4 Pro
The Magic6 Pro is 2 years newer than the HONOR Magic4 Pro, and the BeastScore drops from 83.6 to 79.8. The biggest improvements: battery rated 10 points higher, 900 mah bigger battery. Trade-offs to know: camera rated 4 points lower, display rated 24 points lower.
What you gain with the Magic6 Pro
- +Battery rated 10 points higher
- +900 mAh bigger battery
What you give up
- −Camera rated 4 points lower
- −Display rated 24 points lower
- −10 g heavier
- −Launched $200 more expensive
| Spec | HONOR Magic4 Pro | Magic6 Pro | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 83.6 | 79.8 | −3.8 (5%) |
| Performance score | 90 | 90 | No real change |
| Camera score | 88 | 84 | −4 (5%) |
| Battery score | 82 | 92 | +10 (12%) |
| Display score | 86 | 62 | −24 (28%) |
| Battery capacity | 4,600 mAh | 5,500 mAh | +900 mAh (20%) |
| Screen size | 6.8" | 6.8" | No real change |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | No real change |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 209 g | 219 g | +10 g (5%) |
| Launch price | $1,099 | $1,299 | +$200 (18%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
HONOR Magic4 Pro vs Magic6 Pro: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the HONOR Magic4 Pro to the Magic6 Pro?
Probably not — keep your HONOR Magic4 Pro. The Magic6 Pro is 2 years newer than the HONOR Magic4 Pro, and the BeastScore drops from 83.6 to 79.8. The biggest improvements: battery rated 10 points higher, 900 mah bigger battery. Trade-offs to know: camera rated 4 points lower, display rated 24 points lower.
What is the biggest difference between the HONOR Magic4 Pro and Magic6 Pro?
Battery rated 10 points higher: 82 on the HONOR Magic4 Pro vs 92 on the Magic6 Pro.
Does the Magic6 Pro have a bigger battery than the HONOR Magic4 Pro?
The Magic6 Pro has a 5,500 mAh battery versus 4,600 mAh on the HONOR Magic4 Pro (+900 mAh (20%)).
Who should upgrade to the Magic6 Pro?
Upgrade if: You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day.