Honor Magic 8: Release Date, Price & Specs Rumours

Honor is gearing up to make a splash in the flagship phone market with the highly anticipated Magic 8 series.

Building on the success of the Magic 7 lineup, the upcoming Magic 8 series is poised to offer significant improvements in design, performance, and battery technology.

While official details are still scarce, industry experts and past trends provide insight into what we can expect from the Honor Magic 8 series.

When will the Honor Magic 8 Series be released?

Based on the release schedule of previous models, it is likely that the Magic 8 series will first launch in China, followed by a global release.

The Magic 7 and Magic 7 Pro were unveiled in October 2024, with global availability starting with the Magic 7 Lite in January 2025.

If Honor follows a similar timeline, we can expect the Magic 8 series to be announced around October or November 2025, with international availability beginning in early 2026.

However, since official information is limited, these timelines are speculative based on past launches.

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As usual, we anticipate the release of four models: standard, Lite, Pro, and Ultimate. There is also speculation that the Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design could be introduced.

Furthermore, reports from Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station suggest that Honor is working on a new compact flagship, potentially named the Magic 8 Mini Pro.

Here are the launch dates for previous generations in Europe:

However, it remains uncertain whether the standard Magic 8 will be available in Europe, as both the Magic 6 and Magic 7 models have not been released there to date.

Additionally, it is unlikely that any of these phones will be offered in North America, as Honor does not currently sell its devices there.

How much will the Honor Magic 8 Series cost?

The pricing of the Magic 8 series has not been confirmed, but we can make reasonable predictions based on the previous generation.

The Magic 7 Pro was priced at £1,099.99 in the UK, while the RSR Porsche Edition cost €1,799 (approximately £1,514.61).

Given Honor’s focus on premium flagship devices, it is expected that the Magic 8 Pro will be similarly priced or slightly higher, potentially reaching £1,200 for the base model.

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The standard Magic 8 is expected to be priced around £900-£1,000, while any Porsche Design variant would likely exceed £1,500.

If the rumored Magic 8 Pro Mini model materializes, it could offer a more affordable option, possibly priced under £900.

What specs and features will the Honor Magic 8 Series have?

Design

Honor is anticipated to uphold its premium design philosophy with the Magic 8 series, utilizing top-notch materials and elegant aesthetics.

The company has been focusing on ultra-slim and lightweight designs, especially in its foldable lineup, and we may see further enhancements in the Magic 8 Pro and Ultimate models.

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The potential launch of a Magic 8 Pro Mini suggests a more compact design, catering to users who prefer smaller smartphones without compromising on flagship performance.

Display

The Magic 7 Pro boasted a 6.8-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 5,000 nits.

It is likely that the Magic 8 series will maintain or enhance these specifications.

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If a Magic 8 Pro Mini is released, it may feature a smaller display in the 6.3-inch range, offering a unique proposition in the flagship smartphone market.

Performance

According to reports, all flagship models in the Magic 8 series are expected to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, positioning them among the most powerful Android phones of 2025.

However, considering the anticipated release date, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 might already be available. Reusing the same chipset could potentially put Honor behind its competitors.

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With up to 16GB of RAM and storage options reaching 1TB, the Magic 8 series is anticipated to deliver top-notch performance.

AI-driven enhancements via Honor’s MagicOS 9.0 (or its 2025 iteration) could optimize power efficiency, gaming capabilities, and multitasking.

Cameras

Honor has been heavily investing in camera technology, and the Magic 8 series is expected to continue this trend.

The Magic 7 Pro featured a 50MP main camera with a variable aperture, a 200MP periscope zoom lens, and a 50MP ultrawide sensor.