Honor Magic8 vs Vivo Y36 5G
The Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y36 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 43/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Honor Magic8 is faster in AnTuTu (4,037,547 vs 530,583); the Vivo Y36 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Magic8
Vivo Y36 5G
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4037547 vs 530583
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2032
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Vivo Y36 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor Magic8 vs the Vivo Y36 5G, the Honor Magic8 scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y36 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Magic8 | Vivo Y36 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | |
| AnTuTu | 4037547 | 530583 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 724 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2032 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2760x1256 | 1080x2388 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 44W | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 650 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $625 | — |
Camera comparison
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y36 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y36 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Vivo Y36 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor Magic8 and Vivo Y36 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 leads Vivo Y36 5G by 661.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y36 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (98/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (85/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (85/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y36 5G is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Magic8 or the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic8 and the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Honor Magic8 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Vivo Y36 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic8 or the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic8 or the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic8 over the Vivo Y36 5G?
The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.