Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X9c 5G
Compare Honor Magic V3 vs Honor X9c 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 108MP camera, 5150mAh vs 6600mAh…
Honor
Magic V3
$1,699
12categories won
Honor
Honor X9c 5G
$329
6categories won
3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor Magic V3 takes the overall win
The Honor Magic V3 claims the overall win over the Honor X9c 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor X9c 5G takes the lead, while the Magic V3 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Magic V3 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor X9c 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Honor X9c 5G takes battery honors offering 6,600 mAh alongside 66W charging.
Magic V3 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 16GB RAM.
Magic V3 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.5x dedicated optical zoom.
Honor X9c 5G wins on budget and value at $329 compared to $1699.
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.
Magic V3 vs Honor X9c 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Magic V3 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1224 x 2700 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 437 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1800 nits | 4000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Magic V3 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,040,000Winner | 585,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 6780Winner | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Magic V3 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 108 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3.5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 40 MPWinner | 5 MP |
| Selfie camera | 20 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Magic V3 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,150 mAh | 6,600 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 66 W | 66 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Magic V3 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 189 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.35 mmWinner | 7.98 mm |
| Water resistance | IPX8 | IP65M (360-degree water resistance) |
| Build | Super Steel hinge, aerospace fiber back, Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield, titanium vapor chamber | Anti-drop curved body, circular halo camera deco, Anti-Drop Ultra-Bounce Glass |
Software and support
| Specification | Magic V3 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 5 yearsWinner | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Magic V3 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,699 | $329Winner |
Honor Magic V3
The Honor Magic V3 shattered all physical records for book-style foldables, measuring an unimaginable 9.2mm folded and 4.35mm unfolded, weighing just 226g, while packing Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a 50MP periscope telephoto, 50W wireless charging, and IPX8 water resistance.
- Display
- 7.92"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,150mAh
Honor X9c 5G
Dubbed the 'Ultra-Tough' champion, the Honor X9c 5G is engineered with a revolutionary 3-layer anti-drop matrix certified to survive 2-meter impacts onto marble, 360-degree IP65M water resistance, extreme temperature resistance (-30°C to 55°C), and a colossal 6,600mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 108MP
- Battery
- 6,600mAh
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