HONOR has officially launched the Magic8 Pro in the UK, expanding the Magic8 lineup after its GCC debut in December. The smartphone measures 162 × 76 × 7.76mm, weighs 189g, and is offered in Sunrise Gold, Sky Cyan, and Black. It comes with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage.
It features HONOR NanoCrystal Shield glass and has received SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance Certification, covering drops, water, and dust. The device is rated IP68, IP69, and IP69K and supports 10X drop resistance. The 6.71-inch LTPO OLED display supports 1–120 Hz adaptive refresh rate and HDR peak brightness up to 6,000 nits (global peak 1,800 nits).
It supports Dolby HDR Vivid and includes 8 AI Eye Comfort Innovations, Chip-Level AI Defocus Display, Dynamic Dimming, Circular Polarized Display 2.0, Circadian Night Display, and 4320 Hz PWM Dimming. The display holds TÜV Rheinland Full Care Display 5.0 certification.
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform, the Magic8 Pro delivers high-performance CPU, GPU, and AI computing. It introduces GPU-NPU Heterogeneous AI super-resolution and frame-generation technology, enabling demanding games to reach 120fps at 1080p from 60fps at 850p sources.
Battery capacity is 6,270mAh, with 100W wired and 80W wireless HONOR SuperCharge. The HONOR AI Power Management System uses a millivolt-level voltage stabilization algorithm, reducing typical scenario power consumption by 13%.
The AiMAGE Camera System includes:
- 200MP Ultra Night Telephoto Camera (f/2.6, 1/1.4″ sensor, 3.7x optical zoom, OIS)
- 50MP Ultra Night Main Camera (f/1.6, 1/1.3″ sensor, OIS, 4-in-1 2.4μm large pixel output)
- 50MP Ultra Wide Camera (f/2.0, 122° wide-angle, 2.5cm HD macro)
- Rear single LED flash
- Front Camera: 50MP + 3D Depth Camera, supporting 3D face unlock
Stabilization is handled via AI Adaptive Stabilization, achieving CIPA 5.5-level. Imaging features include Magic Colour AI engine, AI Photos Agent with AI Eraser, AI Outpainting, AI Colour, AI Cutout, and a dedicated AI Button for instant camera or AI feature access.
AI & Software
The device runs MagicOS 10, combining HONOR AI for on-device execution with Google Gemini for cloud-based reasoning. Features include AI Screen Suggestions, AI Settings Agent, AI Photos Agent, Gemini Live for real-time visual understanding and live translation, and Nano Banana, Veo 3, Connected Apps for task and project management.
AI security features include:
- AI Deepfake Detection and AI Voice Cloning Detection.
- The OS introduces a light, translucent interface and supports HONOR Share for cross-platform file transfers and real-time screen sharing between Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows.
- Device migration from iPhones covers contacts, calendars, photos, notes, and reminders, with privacy maintained under HONOR Lifecycle Data Protection.
The smartphone includes HONOR AI Surround Subwoofer with Dual Open Chamber technology, an 8cc sound chamber, 0.88mm ultra-wide amplitude, and 12 HONOR SOUND AI spatial audio algorithms. Dual 1216 speakers enhance bass and spatial audio.
Connectivity features include NFC, file transfers, real-time screen sharing, and drag-and-drop exchange with Mac or Windows computers. The Magic8 Pro provides Dual 3D Biometric Unlocking, combining 3D ToF Face Unlock and 3D Ultrasonic Fingerprint for secure access.
Quick Specifications: HONOR Magic8 Pro
- Build: HONOR NanoCrystal Shield, IP68/IP69/IP69K
- Display: 6.71″ LTPO OLED, FHD+ 1256×2808, 1–120 Hz, HDR 6000 nits (global 1800 nits), Dolby HDR Vivid
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, Octa-core, Adreno 840 GPU
- OS: MagicOS 10 (Android 16)
- Memory: 12GB RAM + 512GB storage
- Rear Cameras: 200MP Telephoto (f/2.6, 1/1.4″, 3.7x zoom, OIS), 50MP Main (f/1.6, 1/1.3″, OIS), 50MP Ultra Wide (f/2.0, 122°, 2.5cm macro), AI Adaptive Stabilization, Magic Colour, AI Photos Agent
- Front Camera: 50MP + 3D Depth, 3D Face Unlock, 4K video
- Video: 4K 120fps rear, 4K front
- Battery & Charging: 6,270 mAh, 100W wired, 80W wireless SuperCharge
- Networks: 5G/4G/3G/2G, Dual SIM/eSIM
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6/6E, Bluetooth 6.0, USB-C, OTG, NFC, Infrared, GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo/QZSS
- Sensors: Fingerprint, Gravity, Acceleration, Gyroscope, Compass, Ambient Light, Proximity, Infrared
- Audio: HONOR AI Surround Subwoofer, Dual 1216 speakers, 8cc chamber, 0.88mm amplitude
- Dimensions & Weight: 162 × 76 × 8.4 mm, 219 g
- In the Box: Phone, Type-C cable, Quick Start Guide, Eject Tool, Warranty Card, TP protective film
Pricing and Availability
The HONOR Magic8 Pro is available in the UK in Sunrise Gold, Sky Cyan, and Black, priced at £1,099.99 (EUR 1266 / USD 1477 / Rs. 1,32,792 approx.)
Launch Offers (HONOR UK):
- Discount code ‘AM8PUK200’ reduces the price to £899.99.
- Free items for early orders: HONOR Pad X9a (first 1000 units), HONOR SuperCharge Power Adapter GaN (max 100W), and HONOR CHOICE Magic8 Pro Case.
- HONOR Care+ includes one-time Screen Damage Protection within 12 months.
Speaking on the launch, Bond Zhang, CEO of HONOR United Kingdom and Ireland said:
HONOR is committed to creating the most exciting, intelligent, and advanced smartphone experiences for premium flagship buyers in the UK. The HONOR Magic8 Pro reimagines a new future for AI Photography that provides more choice for customers across our valued partners including EE, Virgin Media O2, VodafoneThree, Tesco Mobile, Currys, Argos, Very, Amazon, AO and John Lewis & Partners