GSMCritic Take:
With its massive 7,500mAh battery, durable IP68/IP69K-rated build, and bright 120Hz AMOLED display, this phone excels in longevity and usability across tough conditions, though its focus on endurance and ruggedness comes with only average Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 performance that limits more demanding tasks.
Screen:
6.79"
Weight:
189g
Waterproof
Charging:
66W
Optical Zoom:
None
Thickness:
7.8mm
Screen covers
90.9% of body
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
Pros
Camera
Underwater Photography Mode: The phone includes a dedicated mode for capturing images underwater.
Capable Main Camera: The main camera produces good results in daylight and low-light conditions with pleasing portrait shots.
Performance
Stable Performance: The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 provides reliable day-to-day performance.
No Significant Thermal Throttling: The device shows an absence of meaningful thermal throttling under load.
Phone Appearance
Extreme Durability Certifications: The device features IP68 and IP69K ratings, including resistance to high-pressure water and drops from up to 2.5 meters.
Improved Design Styling: The device introduces a refreshed look with more premium aesthetics compared to previous iterations.
Slim Profile with Large Battery: The phone maintains a relatively slim design despite housing a very large battery.
Display
Large AMOLED Display: The phone features a 6.79-inch AMOLED screen.
High Refresh Rate: The display operates at 120Hz for smoother visuals.
HDR Support: The screen supports HDR10 and HDR10+ content.
Strong Brightness: The display is described as having very strong brightness.
Accurate Color Reproduction: The screen delivers accurate colors.
PWM Dimming: The display includes PWM dimming functionality.
Battery
Massive Battery Capacity: The device is equipped with a 7,500mAh battery.
Exceptional Battery Life: The phone delivers multi-day usage, commonly reaching up to three days under certain conditions.
Fast Charging Support: The device supports 66W wired charging for quicker battery replenishment.
Software
Feature-Rich Software: The system includes many tools and AI-driven functionalities.
Audio
Stereo Speakers: The phone is equipped with stereo speakers delivering good sound quality.
Audio Boost Mode: A “400%” boost mode enhances loudness for better usability in noisy environments.
Cons
Camera
Awkward Camera Module Design: The camera layout is easy to accidentally obstruct during use.
Weak Ultrawide Camera: The ultrawide camera has a low 5MP resolution and is consistently described as poor.
No Telephoto Lens: The camera system lacks a dedicated telephoto lens.
Basic Front Camera: The front-facing camera is described as basic.
Average Dynamic Range and HDR: The camera system shows average dynamic range and inconsistent HDR performance.
Weak Video Stabilization: The device has weak stabilization in camera performance.
Outdated Camera System: The overall camera setup feels outdated with little improvement across generations.
Performance
Average Performance Level: The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 offers only minor improvements over previous generations and is considered average.
Weak Gaming Performance: The device is not a strong performer for demanding gaming workloads.
Phone Appearance
Plastic Build Materials: The device uses an all-plastic exterior and frame that can feel cheap in hand.
Software
Older Android Version: The phone ships with an outdated version of Android.
Software Quirks and Extras: The system includes quirks and additional software elements that may not appeal to all users.
Connectivity
Missing IR Blaster: The device does not include an IR blaster.
Rankings
Where Honor Magic 8 Lite stands in 2025
Best Phone Of 2025
#54
Largest Screen
#25
Smallest Screen
#42
Lightest
#13
Thinnest
#13
Fastest Charging
#35
Highest Screen Ratio
#11
Cheapest
#9
