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| The Honor Magic 8 Pro is available in a single configuration in Germany. |
Following its successful debut in the UK, Honor has officially launched its latest powerhouse, the Honor Magic 8 Pro, in the German market. Positioning itself as a top-tier Android alternative, the device brings a compelling mix of cutting-edge display technology, a flagship Qualcomm chipset, and a versatile camera system that aims to compete with the very best. Priced at €1,299.90, it’s a direct entry into the premium smartphone arena.
A Display That Demands Attention
The first thing you’ll notice is the screen. The Magic 8 Pro boasts a massive 6.71-inch LTPO OLED display with a silky-smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a sharp 1256 x 2808 resolution. But the headline feature is its jaw-dropping peak brightness of 6,000 nits, promising exceptional visibility even under direct sunlight. It’s not just bright; it’s smart. With support for Dolby Vision and HDR Vivid, alongside Honor’s proprietary EyeComfort Display technology featuring 4320Hz PWM dimming, the company claims a significant reduction in eye strain during long viewing sessions.
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| The Honor Magic 8 Pro has three rear cameras with Honor's AiMAGE technology. |
Performance: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Power
Under the hood, the Honor Magic 8 Pro is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 platform. For the German and European market, it arrives in a single, robust configuration: 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. This differs from the Chinese model, which offers up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage options, but the provided specs are more than ample for demanding tasks, gaming, and multitasking.
Camera System: From Night Shots to 100x Zoom
The camera array is where the Magic 8 Pro flexes its muscles. The triple rear setup is headlined by a 50MP Ultra Night main camera with a wide f/1.6 aperture and a game-changing 200MP telephoto camera. The latter offers 3.7x optical zoom and can push to an ambitious 100x digital zoom. Both the main and the 50MP ultrawide camera benefit from a high CIPA 5.5 stabilization rating, promising smoother video and sharper handheld shots.
On the front, a dual-punch hole houses a 50MP selfie camera and a 3D depth-sensing camera for secure facial recognition.
Honor’s AI prowess is deeply integrated here via its AiMage technology. Features like Magic Color can analyze any photo’s palette and create a unique, reusable color profile, giving creatives and enthusiasts new tools for photographic expression.
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| The Honor Magic 8 Pro in Black, Sunrise Gold, and Sky Cyan. |
Battery Life That Endures and Charges in a Flash
Addressing a universal pain point, Honor has equipped the Magic 8 Pro with a substantial 6,270mAh silicon-carbon battery. It supports incredibly fast 100W wired charging and 80W wireless charging. Perhaps more importantly, Honor includes three dedicated E2 power management chips designed to optimize voltage and thermal control, aiming to preserve long-term battery health—a thoughtful addition for power users.
Built to Last: Durability Meets Premium Design
The phone doesn’t cut corners on build or resilience. It features an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner for faster unlocking, a dedicated AI button, and the latest connectivity standards including Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0. For durability, it carries an impressive triple IP68, IP69, and IP69K rating for dust and water resistance, alongside an SGS-certified 10x drop resistance.
The Honor Magic 8 Pro ships in the elegant colorways of Black, Sunrise Gold, and Sky Cyan, running MagicOS 10 based on Android 16. It is available now in Germany, presenting a feature-rich, durable, and powerful new option for consumers looking to invest in a high-end Android experience.
What are your first impressions of the Honor Magic 8 Pro’s specs? Does its camera and battery combo make it a contender for your next phone? Let us know in the comments.