Should You Upgrade from the Magic5 to the Honor Magic8?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the Magic5 to the Honor Magic8, 2 years apart.
Yes — the Honor Magic8 is a worthwhile upgrade
The Honor Magic8 is 2 years newer than the Magic5, and the BeastScore rises from 76.1 to 90.0. The biggest improvements: performance rated 10 points higher, camera rated 7 points higher, battery rated 14 points higher. Trade-offs to know: 0.2" smaller screen.
What you gain with the Honor Magic8
- +Performance rated 10 points higher
- +Camera rated 7 points higher
- +Battery rated 14 points higher
- +Display rated 28 points higher
- +1,900 mAh bigger battery
- +4 GB more RAM
- +5 g lighter
- +Launched $149 cheaper
What you give up
- −0.2" smaller screen
| Spec | Magic5 | Honor Magic8 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 76.1 | 90.0 | +13.9 (18%) |
| Performance score | 80 | 90 | +10 (13%) |
| Camera score | 84 | 91 | +7 (8%) |
| Battery score | 86 | 100 | +14 (16%) |
| Display score | 62 | 90 | +28 (45%) |
| Battery capacity | 5,100 mAh | 7,000 mAh | +1,900 mAh (37%) |
| Screen size | 6.8" | 6.6" | −0.2" (3%) |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | No real change |
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | +4 GB (50%) |
| Weight | 204 g | 199 g | −5 g |
| Launch price | $999 | $850 | −$149 (15%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
- Photo quality is a priority for you
- You play demanding games or want the newest on-device AI features
- You use your phone outdoors a lot and want a brighter, smoother screen
Magic5 vs Honor Magic8: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the Magic5 to the Honor Magic8?
Yes — the Honor Magic8 is a worthwhile upgrade. The Honor Magic8 is 2 years newer than the Magic5, and the BeastScore rises from 76.1 to 90.0. The biggest improvements: performance rated 10 points higher, camera rated 7 points higher, battery rated 14 points higher. Trade-offs to know: 0.2" smaller screen.
What is the biggest difference between the Magic5 and Honor Magic8?
Performance rated 10 points higher: 80 on the Magic5 vs 90 on the Honor Magic8.
Does the Honor Magic8 have a bigger battery than the Magic5?
The Honor Magic8 has a 7,000 mAh battery versus 5,100 mAh on the Magic5 (+1,900 mAh (37%)).
Who should upgrade to the Honor Magic8?
Upgrade if: You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day; Photo quality is a priority for you; You play demanding games or want the newest on-device AI features; You use your phone outdoors a lot and want a brighter, smoother screen.