Honor Magic V2 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
Compare Honor Magic V2 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 5000mAh vs 5000mAh…
Honor
Honor Magic V2
$699
5categories won
Sony
Xperia 1 VI
$1,299
4categories won
4 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Sony Xperia 1 VI takes the overall win
The Sony Xperia 1 VI proves superior overall against the Honor Magic V2, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor Magic V2 takes the lead, while the Xperia 1 VI is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Xperia 1 VI if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor Magic V2 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Honor Magic V2 wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 66W fast charging.
Xperia 1 VI provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) and 12GB RAM.
Xperia 1 VI takes photography with 48MP optics and 7.1x optical telephoto capabilities.
Honor Magic V2 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $1299.
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 Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nits | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,580,000 | 1,680,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 5450 | 6890Winner |
| Maximum RAM | — | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 7.1x |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 231 g | 192 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.7 mmWinner | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | No official IP rating | IP65/IP68 |
| Build | — | Ribbed aluminum tactical frame, micro-textured Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 tactile back, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16) |
| OS updates | — | 3 years |
| Security updates | — | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $1,299 |
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)
Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Sony Xperia 1 VI represents a bold evolution for Sony flagship line, adopting a practical 19.5:9 LTPO display, genuine 85mm-to-170mm continuous optical zoom with tele-macro mode, a dedicated 3.5mm audiophile jack, and legendary two-day battery life.
- Display
- 6.5"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh