Honor Magic V3 vs vivo iQOO 12 5G
Compare Honor Magic V3 vs vivo iQOO 12 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5150mAh vs 5000mAh…
Honor
Magic V3
$1,699
8categories won
vivo
iQOO 12 5G
$599
8categories won
6 categories tied · 22 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 vivo iQOO 12 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Magic V3 takes the lead, while the iQOO 12 5G 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 iQOO 12 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Magic V3 wins on endurance with 5,150 mAh and 66W fast charging.
iQOO 12 5G provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 16GB RAM.
Magic V3 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.5x dedicated optical zoom.
iQOO 12 5G wins on budget and value at $599 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 iQOO 12 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Magic V3 | iQOO 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1260 x 2800 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 453 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 1800 nits | 3000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Magic V3 | iQOO 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,040,000 | 2,150,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 6780 | 6950 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | Magic V3 | iQOO 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3.5xWinner | 3x |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 20 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Magic V3 | iQOO 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,150 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Magic V3 | iQOO 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 203.7 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.35 mmWinner | 8.1 mm |
| Water resistance | IPX8 | IP64 |
| Build | Super Steel hinge, aerospace fiber back, Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield, titanium vapor chamber | Aluminum frame, glass back, Schott Alpha glass front |
Software and support
| Specification | Magic V3 | iQOO 12 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 | iQOO 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,699 | $599Winner |
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
vivo iQOO 12 5G
A disruptive performance powerhouse, the iQOO 12 paired the premier Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 silicon with a dedicated Q1 esports computing chip, a blazing 144Hz 3000-nit LTPO display, 120W FlashCharge, and a stunning 64MP periscope telephoto camera.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
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