Honor Magic V2 vs Xiaomi Redmi 14C
Compare Honor Magic V2 vs Xiaomi Redmi 14C side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version vs MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm), 5000mAh vs 5160mAh…
Honor
Honor Magic V2
$699
6categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi 14C
$139
4categories won
1 categories tied · 11 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi Redmi 14C takes the overall win
The Xiaomi Redmi 14C proves superior overall against the Honor Magic V2, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Redmi 14C leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Redmi 14C. Choose the Redmi 14C if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor Magic V2 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Redmi 14C takes battery honors offering 5,160 mAh alongside 18W charging.
Redmi 14C provides greater sustained gaming output with its MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) and 8GB RAM.
Redmi 14C takes photography with 50MP optics.
Redmi 14C wins on budget and value at $139 compared to $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 Redmi 14C: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.88" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 720 x 1640 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppiWinner | 260 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nitsWinner | 600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) |
| Process node | — | 12 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,580,000 | — |
| Geekbench multi | 5450 | — |
| Maximum RAM | — | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 2 |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 13 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 1080p at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,160 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 231 g | 204 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.7 mmWinner | 8.22 mm |
| Water resistance | No official IP rating | IP52 |
| Build | — | Glass back (Starry Blue) or matte polymer, plastic frame, glass front |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | Android 14 (HyperOS) |
| OS updates | — | 2 years |
| Security updates | — | 2 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Redmi 14C |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | — |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $139Winner |
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)
Xiaomi Redmi 14C
The Xiaomi Redmi 14C brings flagship aesthetic design to the entry tier with a mammoth 6.88-inch 120Hz screen, luxury circular camera housing, true glass back finish, and an enlarged 5160 mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.88"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,160mAh