Exploring the Boundaries of Honor Magic 6 Pro

The Honor Magic 6 Pro is the latest flagship phone from Honor, the Chinese company that has been making waves in the smartphone industry with its innovative devices. With the Magic 6 Pro, Honor continues to push the boundaries of what a flagship phone can do, offering cutting-edge features and impressive hardware. In this comprehensive review, we will take a deep dive into the Honor Magic 6 Pro, exploring its design, display, camera, performance, software, battery life, and more.

HONOR Magic6 Pro Specifications

• 6.8-inch FHD+ (1280x2800pixels) 120Hz LTPO (1-120Hz) Quad-Curved OLED Floating Screen with 19.69:9 Aspect Ratio; HDR10+, 4320Hz High-Frequency PWM Dimming, 5,000 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision
• Octa-Core Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 4nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 750 GPU
• 12GB LPDDR5X RAM with 512GB UFS 4.0 storage
• Dual SIM
• Magic UI 8.0 (Based on Android 14)
• Rear Cameras: 50MP Wide Main Camera OmniVision OVH9000 (f/1.4-f/2.0)+50MP Ultra Wide Camera (f/2.0) with 2.5cm macro + 180MP Periscope Telephoto Camera (f/2.6, 2.5x Optical Zoom, 100x Digital Zoom, OIS); Supports for 4K video recording; Rear single LED flash
• Front Cameras: 50MP Front Camera + 3D Depth Camera which supports 3D face unlock; Supports 4K video recording
• Dust and Water Resistant (IP68)
• Dimensions: 162.5×75.8×8.9mm; Weight: 229g
• Dual Stereo Speakers with DTS:X Ultra sound effects
• 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 7 802.11be (2.4GHz/5GHz) 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / BeiDou / Galileo, USB Type-C, NFC
• 5600mAh (typical) battery with 80W wired and 66W wireless HONOR SuperCharge Support

Design and Colors

The HONOR Magic 6 Pro comes in Black and Epi Green color options and in my case, I enjoyed the deep black variant. It features a sleek and stylish design, with a “squircle” camera bump that adds a unique touch to the device. The back of the phone is covered in a semi-glossy material that not only looks premium but also provides a grippy and fingerprint-resistant surface. The front of the phone boasts a quad-curved OLED display, which adds to the premium look and feel of the device. While some may not be fans of curved screens, the Honor Magic 6 Pro manages to strike a balance with its subtle curves.

Unboxing

When unboxing the Honor Magic 6 Pro, you will find a minimalist package that includes a USB-C cable and a SIM ejector tool. Honor has followed the trend of removing the charger from the box, which may disappoint some users – including myself. However, the Honor Magic 6 Pro still offers a premium unboxing experience, with its sleek packaging and attention to detail.

Display

The Honor Magic 6 Pro boasts a stunning 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display that is a joy to look at. With a resolution of 2800 x 1280 pixels and a pixel density of 453 PPI, the display offers crisp and vibrant visuals.

The LTPO technology allows the display to dynamically switch between 1 and 120Hz refresh rates, ensuring smooth scrolling and gaming experiences. The display also supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+, providing a more immersive viewing experience. With a peak brightness of over 1,500 nits, the Honor Magic 6 Pro’s display is also bright enough to be easily readable even under direct sunlight.

Camera

The camera system on the Honor Magic 6 Pro is another highlight of the device. It features a 50MP main camera with an adjustable aperture of f/1.4-2.0. This allows for greater control over depth of field and low-light performance.

The phone also sports a 50MP ultra-wide camera with a 122° field of view, capturing stunning wide-angle shots. However, the standout feature of the camera system is the massive 180MP telephoto camera, which offers an impressive 2.5X optical zoom. The camera system is complemented by a 50MP ultra-wide front camera and a 3D time-of-flight sensor, enabling high-quality selfies and accurate depth sensing.

Performance

Under the hood, the Honor Magic 6 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, ensuring smooth and lag-free performance. Thankfully the phone is also equipped with ample RAM and storage options. This allows for seamless multitasking and storage of large files. Whether you’re browsing the web, playing graphics-intensive games, or running multiple apps simultaneously, it handles all chores with ease. The phone also supports the latest connectivity standards, including Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, ensuring fast and stable connections.

Software

The Honor Magic 6 Pro runs on MagicOS 8.0, which is based on Android 14. While MagicOS may not be as well-known as other Android skins, it offers a clean and intuitive user interface.

The software experience on the Honor Magic6 Pro is stable and smooth, with smooth animations and responsive performance. Honor has also added some AI features to the software, such as Magic Portal, which allows for easy sharing of content between apps. Overall, the software on the Honor Magic 6 Pro is a step in the right direction for Honor, but there is still room for improvement.

Battery and Charging

One of the standout features of the Honor Magic6 Pro is its impressive battery life. The Magic 6 Pro sports the company’s second-generation silicon-carbon battery. This means that they can pack higher energy density in the battery, than other regular Li-Ion batteries. The phone is equipped with a lithium-silicon battery with a capacity of 5,600 mAh, allowing for all-day usage without the need for frequent charging. This makes it EASILY the battery champion – hands down. In everyday testing involving navigation, extensive scrolling, and media consumption, the Honor Magic 6 Pro consistently delivered impressive battery life, with around three to four hours of screen-on time and 50% battery remaining at the end of the day. You won’t find any other better flagship out there. Period.

When it does come time to charge the device, the Honor Magic 6 Pro supports fast charging at 80W via cable and 66W wirelessly, allowing for quick and convenient charging.

Audio Quality

The Honor Magic 6 Pro offers a high-quality audio experience, with stereo speakers that deliver clear and immersive sound. Whether you’re watching videos, playing games, or listening to music, the audio on the Honor Magic6 Pro is rich and well-balanced. The phone also supports high-quality audio codecs, ensuring that you can enjoy your favorite music and movies with the best possible sound quality. Additionally, the Honor Magic 6 Pro features a 3.5mm headphone jack. This allows you to connect wired headphones or speakers for an even better audio experience. Thank god they remembered 😉

Alternatives

While the Honor Magic 6 Pro is a powerful and feature-packed device, there are several alternatives available in the market. Some notable alternatives include the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, and Google Pixel 8 Pro. These flagship devices offer their own unique features and strengths, so it’s worth considering them when making a purchasing decision. Ultimately, the choice between these devices will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

As previously mentioned, the HONOR Magic6 Pro comes in Black and Epi Green colors and is priced at 1299 Euros (USD 1407 / Rs. 1,16,670 approx.) in Europe and 1,099.99 GBP (USD 1394 / Rs. 1,15,590 approx.) in the UK for the single 12GB + 512GB model. It will be available for pre-order from March 25th and will go on sale from March 1st.

Our opinion

The Honor Magic 6 Pro is a standout flagship phone that offers impressive hardware, innovative features, and a sleek design. One must admire its stunning OLED display and powerful camera system. In addition, tts long-lasting battery and smooth performance confirm that it is a keeper in terms of value for money. There are areas where improvements can be made, such as the software experience and the lack of a bundled charger. However the overall package that the Honor Magic 6 Pro offers is hard to beat. If you’re in the market for a flagship phone that delivers on both style and substance, the Honor Magic 6 Pro is definitely worth considering.