Honor Magic8 vs OnePlus Nord 2T
The Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the OnePlus Nord 2T (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300; estimated prices are $625 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 86/100 vs 28/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the OnePlus Nord 2T is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Honor Magic8
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Cheaper: $380 vs $625
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic8 vs the OnePlus Nord 2T, the Honor Magic8 scores 58 points higher (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T leads (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (62/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (84/100 vs 67/100).
| Specification | Honor Magic8 | OnePlus Nord 2T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 4037547 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2760x1256 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, OxygenOS 12.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | 159.1×73.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $625 | $380 |
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
OnePlus Nord 2T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
OnePlus Nord 2T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $245. OnePlus Nord 2T is cheaper by $245.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (93/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (84/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T (82/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (62/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord 2T notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (84/100 vs 67/100).
Which is better: the Honor Magic8 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2T by 58 points (86/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic8 and the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Honor Magic8 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the OnePlus Nord 2T — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic8 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (84/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic8 or the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic8 over the OnePlus Nord 2T?
The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The OnePlus Nord 2T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.