Honor Magic V2 vs Huawei Nova 12s
Compare Honor Magic V2 vs Huawei Nova 12s side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G, 5000mAh vs 4500mAh…
Honor
Honor Magic V2
$699
6categories won
Huawei
Huawei Nova 12s
$699
2categories won
5 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 12s, 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 12s 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 12s: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1084 x 2412 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 395 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nitsWinner | 1200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G |
| AnTuTu score | 1,580,000Winner | 590,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 5450Winner | 2820 |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 60 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 W | 66 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 231 g | 168 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.7 mmWinner | 6.9 mm |
| Water resistance | No official IP rating | IP53 |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | 14 |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Huawei Nova 12s |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| 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 12s
Huawei Nova 12s captures global attention with an ultra-thin 6.88mm silhouette weighing just 168g, a world-class 60MP ultra-wide front selfie shooter, 66W SuperCharge Turbo, and Star Orbit Ring camera styling.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 14