Design:
| water resistance |
None |
| weight |
206 g |
| thickness |
8.1 mm |
| width |
75.4 mm |
| height |
161.8 mm |
| volume |
98.817732 cm³ |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Honor Magic 6 features a sleek design with a weight of 206 g and a thickness of 8.1 mm, offering a slim and comfortable form factor. With a width of 75.4 mm and a height of 161.8 mm, it provides a balanced grip. This device does not include water resistance, a rugged build, or the ability to fold, ensuring a more traditional, non-flexible design.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.78" |
| pixel density |
453 ppi |
| resolution |
1280 x 2800 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| touch sampling rate |
360Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✓ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✓ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Honor Magic 6 features a 6.78″ OLED/AMOLED display, providing vibrant visuals with a resolution of 1280 x 2800 px and a pixel density of 453 ppi. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and a 360Hz touch sampling rate for enhanced responsiveness. It also includes HDR10 and HDR10+ support for improved color and contrast, while offering an Always-On Display. However, it does not feature branded damage-resistant glass or Dolby Vision support.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
16GB |
| AnTuTu benchmark score |
2069877 |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| GPU name |
Adreno 750 |
| CPU speed |
3 x 3.15 & 2 x 2.96 & 2 x 2.26 & 1 x 3.3 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
7325 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
2213 |
| 3DMark Wild Life benchmark |
17644 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark |
4409 |
| PCMark Work 3.0 performance benchmark |
15191 |
| PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark |
436 minutes |
| 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark |
1706 |
| GPU clock speed |
900 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
4800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
4 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL version |
3.2 |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
76.6 GB/s |
| OpenVG version |
1.2 |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| L2 cache |
1 MB |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
24GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| GPU execution units |
3 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
12.5W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| supported displays |
1 |
| L3 cache |
12 MB |
The Honor Magic 6 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, offering 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage for seamless multitasking and storage. With a powerful CPU featuring speeds of up to 3.3 GHz and a GPU clocked at 900 MHz, the device delivers smooth graphics and high performance, as demonstrated by its impressive AnTuTu benchmark score of 2,069,877. It also supports multithreading, DirectX 12, and uses big.LITTLE technology to optimize power efficiency and performance.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 50 & 32 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.9 & 1.4 & 2f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
50MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✓ |
| video recording (main camera) |
2160 x 60 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
2 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
2.5x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✓ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✓ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Honor Magic 6 features a versatile triple-camera setup on the back with 50MP + 50MP + 32MP lenses and wide apertures ranging from f/1.9 to f/2. It supports optical zoom up to 2.5x and includes optical image stabilization for smoother shots. The device also offers advanced photography features like phase-detection autofocus, manual exposure, and the ability to capture slow-motion video. The front camera is a 50MP sensor with a f/2 aperture, and it supports HDR10 recording and timelapse functions for dynamic video capture.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 14 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✕ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Honor Magic 6 runs on Android 14, offering features such as theme customization and dark mode for a personalized user experience. It also includes privacy options like location privacy, clipboard warnings, and camera/microphone access controls. With additional functionalities like Live Text, full-page screenshots, and split-screen support, users can enjoy seamless multitasking. The device supports on-device machine learning and offers features such as PiP, customizable notifications, and offline voice recognition.
Battery:
| battery power |
5450 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✓ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
66W |
| wireless charging speed |
50W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✓ |
| reverse wireless charging speed |
5W |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is equipped with a powerful 5450 mAh battery, supporting fast charging at 66W and wireless charging at 50W. Additionally, it features reverse wireless charging at 5W, allowing you to charge other devices. It comes with a charger included and offers a battery level indicator, but the battery itself is not removable. The rechargeable battery ensures long-lasting performance, and the charging capabilities make it convenient for quick top-ups and wireless convenience.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✓ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
This device is equipped with stereo speakers, delivering a rich audio experience. While it does not feature a 3.5mm audio jack or support aptX, it supports aptX HD for high-quality wireless audio streaming. Unfortunately, it lacks support for other audio technologies like LDAC, aptX Adaptive, or aptX Lossless, and does not include a radio function.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
January 2024 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM, 2 eSIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
3.1 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
10000 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
3500 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✓ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports 5G connectivity for fast mobile data speeds, alongside a wide range of Wi-Fi standards, including Wi-Fi 4, 5, 6, and the latest Wi-Fi 7. It also offers Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and a USB Type-C port with USB 3.1 support for versatile connectivity. With a variety of sensors like a gyroscope, accelerometer, GPS, and compass, it ensures excellent navigation and tracking capabilities, while the fingerprint scanner provides an added layer of security.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✓ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device features a curved display for an immersive viewing experience and comes equipped with a video light to enhance video quality in low light. However, it does not include sapphire glass or an e-paper display, offering a more traditional screen setup.