98
GSMCritic Camera Score
102
Users' Score
#21
Best Camera
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
84
GSMCritic Rate
Very Good
Pros
Camera
Capable main camera: Delivers outstanding results, especially in close-up shots.
Impressive telephoto lens: Excels in capturing distant subjects with clarity.
Overall sharp and vibrant images: Delivers high-quality pictures in most situations.
Stable video footage: Produces smooth and steady video in most conditions.
Performance
Powered by Snapdragon chipset: Provides blistering speed for performance-heavy tasks.
Smooth multitasking: The powerful internals ensure fast and responsive performance even during heavy gaming or multitasking.
Accurate and fast fingerprint scanner: A secondary biometric option that is quick and reliable.
Design
Premium materials: The phone features a premium construction with meticulous attention to detail.
Vegan leather backplate: Offers a satisfying tactile feel and improves grip.
Eye-catching design: Visually appealing with a high-end look.
Quad-curved edges: Adds to the phone's aesthetics, even if not universally liked.
Ergonomic and comfortable: The overall design feels comfortable in hand due to its size and materials.
Water and dust resistance: Adds durability and protection from daily wear and tear.
Display
Bright, vivid OLED panel: The display stands out with its bright, vibrant colors and high-quality visuals.
120Hz refresh rate: Smooth animations and transitions for a fluid experience.
5000 nits max brightness: Exceptional brightness, ensuring excellent visibility even in direct sunlight.
Dolby Vision support: Enhanced color accuracy and contrast for a more immersive viewing experience.
Immersive viewing experience: The combination of brightness, color accuracy, and contrast creates a visually striking display.
Battery
Excellent battery life: Easily lasts a full day even with heavy use.
Fast wired charging: Minimizes charging time.
Fast wireless charging: Convenient and quick wireless charging capability.
Software
Fluid software animations and transitions: Enhances the user experience with smooth interface navigation.
Face unlock: Secure, fast, and rivals Apple’s Face ID in terms of reliability.
Cons
Camera
Inconsistent camera performance: While the main and telephoto lenses perform well, the ultrawide camera falls short.
Underwhelming ultrawide camera: The quality of ultrawide shots does not match the main or telephoto lenses.
Stabilization isn't industry-leading: While good, the stabilization in videos isn’t as advanced as some rival devices.
Performance
Video performance in daylight: Leaves room for improvement compared to competitors.
Price
No charger in the box: Despite the premium price, the lack of an included charger feels like an oversight.
Expensive price tag: The high cost of the phone, coupled with missing accessories, feels unjustified for some buyers.
Software
MagicOS 8.0 is still evolving: The software, while fast, has rough edges and lacks polish compared to competitors.
Barebones software features: Some features feel underdeveloped and not as comprehensive as other ecosystems.
Lack of generative AI tools: Might be a drawback for users seeking advanced, cutting-edge software features.
MagicOS can feel cluttered: The software layout may appear overwhelming and less intuitive.
Slow software updates: The phone tends to receive updates later than competitors, potentially affecting long-term usability.
Availability
Limited market availability: The phone isn’t available in all regions, making it hard for some consumers to purchase.
Other
Quad-curved edges: Although eye-catching, some users may find the curved edges uncomfortable or impractical.
Rankings
Where Honor Magic6 Pro stands in 2024
Best Phone Of 2024
#18
Highest Optical Zoom
#32
Largest Screen
#13
Smallest Screen
#57
Lightest
#59
Thinnest
#56
Fastest Charging
#21
Highest Screen Ratio
#5
Cheapest
#41
Camera Rate
98
