Honor Magic V3 vs Huawei Nova 12i
Compare Honor Magic V3 vs Huawei Nova 12i side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, 5150mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $1699 vs $699…
Honor
Magic V3
$1,699
11categories won
Huawei
Huawei Nova 12i
$699
2categories won
13 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 Huawei Nova 12i, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Magic V3 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Magic V3. Choose the Magic V3 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Huawei Nova 12i if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Magic V3 wins on endurance with 5,150 mAh and 66W fast 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.
Huawei Nova 12i wins on budget and value at $699 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 Huawei Nova 12i: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Magic V3 | 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 | 1800 nitsWinner | 650 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Magic V3 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 2,040,000Winner | 315,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 6780Winner | 1470 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | Magic V3 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Optical zoom | 3.5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 20 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Magic V3 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,150 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 40 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Magic V3 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 199 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.35 mmWinner | 8 mm |
| Water resistance | IPX8 | IP53 |
| Build | Super Steel hinge, aerospace fiber back, Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield, titanium vapor chamber | — |
Software and support
| Specification | Magic V3 | Huawei Nova 12i |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | 14 |
| OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Security updates | 5 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Magic V3 | 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 | $1,699 | $699Winner |
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
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
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