Honor Magic V2 vs Honor X8b
Compare Honor Magic V2 vs Honor X8b side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, 5000mAh vs 4500mAh battery, $699…
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Honor Magic V2
$699
7categories won
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Honor X8b
$699
3categories won
3 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor Magic V2 takes the overall win
The Honor Magic V2 claims the overall win over the Honor X8b, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Honor Magic V2. Choose the Honor Magic V2 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor X8b if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor Magic V2 wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 66W fast charging.
Honor Magic V2 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor Magic V2 vs Honor X8b: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X8b |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1080 x 2412 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 394 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nits | 2000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X8b |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
| AnTuTu score | 1,580,000Winner | 315,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 5450Winner | 1460 |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X8b |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X8b |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 35 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X8b |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 231 g | 166 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.7 mmWinner | 6.8 mm |
| Water resistance | No official IP rating | IP53 |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X8b |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X8b |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 |
Honor Magic V2
Honor Magic V2 revolutionized book-style foldables with a record-shattering 9.9mm folded thickness (4.7mm unfolded), weighing only 231g, featuring dual 3840Hz PWM dimming displays, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version silicon, and dual silicon-carbon 5000mAh battery.
- Display
- 7.92"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0)
Honor X8b
Honor X8b turns heads with an ultra-thin 6.78mm body weighing just 166 grams, 2000-nit 90Hz AMOLED screen with Magic Capsule pill cutout, 50MP front selfie spotlight camera, and up to 512GB storage.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0)