Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
155 g |
| thickness |
6.1 mm |
| width |
71.9 mm |
| height |
150.5 mm |
| volume |
66.007795 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| waterproof depth rating |
1.5 m |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Honor Magic 8 Pro Air is designed to be both slim and durable, with a thickness of just 6.1 mm and a weight of 155g, making it lightweight and easy to handle. It features an IP68 rating, ensuring waterproof protection up to a depth of 1.5 meters, ideal for those needing extra durability in various environments. The device has a width of 71.9 mm and a height of 150.5 mm, offering a compact yet functional form factor, although it does not have a rugged build or the ability to fold.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.31" |
| pixel density |
461 ppi |
| resolution |
1216 x 2640 px |
| refresh rate |
120Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
1800 nits |
| 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 8 Pro Air features a 6.31″ OLED/AMOLED display with a high resolution of 1216 x 2640 pixels, offering a crisp viewing experience. The screen boasts a pixel density of 461 ppi and a brightness of 1800 nits, making it suitable for outdoor use. It supports Dolby Vision for enhanced color and contrast but does not support HDR10 or HDR10+. Additionally, the display includes an Always-On feature, providing quick access to information even when the screen is off, and it is fully touch-enabled for a responsive experience.
Performance:
| internal storage |
1024GB |
| RAM |
16GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Dimensity 9500 |
| GPU name |
Mali G1 Ultra MP12 |
| CPU speed |
1 x 4.21 & 3 x 3.5 & 4 x 2.7 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
12189 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
3781 |
| GPU clock speed |
1750 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
5333 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
3 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
85.3 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
3 |
| maximum memory amount |
24GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| shading units |
128 |
| L3 cache |
16 MB |
The Honor Magic 8 Pro Air is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, featuring a combination of 8 CPU threads with speeds reaching up to 4.21 GHz, alongside a 16GB RAM and 1024GB of internal storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and extensive storage capacity. The device includes an integrated Mali G1 Ultra MP12 GPU with a clock speed of 1750 MHz, providing strong graphical performance. With support for 64-bit processing, multithreading, and a maximum memory bandwidth of 85.3 GB/s, it offers top-tier performance for demanding applications and gaming.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
64 & 50 & 50 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
2.6 & 2.2 & 1.6f |
| 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 30 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 |
3.2x |
| 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 |
✓ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| minimum focal length |
16 mm |
| maximum focal length |
74 mm |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Honor Magic 8 Pro Air features a powerful triple-camera system with 64MP, 50MP, and 50MP sensors, offering detailed and sharp photos with a wide aperture ranging from 2.6 to 1.6f. The main camera supports optical zoom up to 3.2x, optical image stabilization, and continuous autofocus, while the front camera captures 50MP selfies with a wide aperture of 2f. It also includes features like HDR, manual exposure, and burst mode for enhanced photography flexibility, as well as the ability to record slow-motion video and timelapse.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 16 |
| 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 8 Pro Air runs on Android 16 and offers a variety of privacy and customization features. It includes clipboard warnings and location privacy options, as well as the ability to block app tracking and customize notifications. The device also supports features like dark mode, dynamic theming, split screen, and PiP (Picture-in-Picture). Additionally, it offers advanced functions such as offline voice recognition, multi-user support, and media picker for better content management.
Battery:
| battery power |
5500 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✓ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
80W |
| wireless charging speed |
50W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Honor Magic 8 Pro Air is equipped with a 5500 mAh rechargeable battery, offering reliable power throughout the day. It supports 80W fast charging for quick top-ups and features 50W wireless charging for cable-free convenience. The device also includes a battery level indicator to monitor charge status, though it does not support reverse wireless charging or have a removable battery.
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 |
✓ |
The Honor Magic 8 Pro Air offers immersive audio with stereo speakers for clear, dynamic sound. While it does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack or support advanced Bluetooth audio codecs like aptX or LDAC, it does feature aptX HD for high-quality wireless audio. Additionally, it includes a built-in radio for tuning into your favorite stations on the go.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
January 2026 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
6 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
10700 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 |
✕ |
The device supports 5G connectivity for fast internet speeds and includes a wide range of Wi-Fi options, from Wi-Fi 4 to Wi-Fi 7 (802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11ax, 802.11be). It offers dual SIM functionality, Bluetooth 6 for seamless wireless connections, and a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer. The phone also features NFC, GPS, a compass, a gyroscope, and an accelerometer for enhanced functionality and navigation.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording, ensuring better quality in low-light conditions. However, it does not feature sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display.