Honor Magic V2 vs Huawei Nova 12i
Compare Honor Magic V2 vs Huawei Nova 12i side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, 5000mAh vs 5000mAh battery…
Honor
Honor Magic V2
$699
9categories won
Huawei
Huawei Nova 12i
$699
1categories 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 Huawei Nova 12i, 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 Huawei Nova 12i 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 Huawei Nova 12i: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1080 x 2388 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppiWinner | 391 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nitsWinner | 650 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
| AnTuTu score | 1,580,000Winner | 315,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 5450Winner | 1470 |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 40 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 231 g | 199 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.7 mmWinner | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | No official IP rating | IP53 |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | 14 |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Huawei Nova 12i
Huawei Nova 12i showcases flagship-inspired Super Star Orbit Ring styling, a 108MP high-resolution camera, 5000mAh battery with 40W Huawei SuperCharge Turbo, and EMUI 14 with customizable lock screens.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 14