Honor Magic8 vs ZTE Blade A32
The Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade A32 (2022) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 23/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Honor Magic8 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A32 doesn't; the ZTE Blade A32 is noticeably lighter (110g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Magic8
ZTE Blade A32
What makes Honor Magic8 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 42/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A32 better?
- Lighter: 110g vs 205g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor Magic8 vs the ZTE Blade A32, the Honor Magic8 scores 65 points higher (88/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A32 is a bit better (69/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Magic8 | ZTE Blade A32 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Spreadtrum Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 4037547 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | 5.5" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 2760x1256 | 720x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | 148.0×71.8×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 110 g | |
| Launch price | $625 | — |
Camera comparison
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade A32
- Main: 5MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A32
- 5.5" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1440
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
ZTE Blade A32
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A32
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (85/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A32 is a bit better (69/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Magic8 or the ZTE Blade A32?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A32 by 65 points (88/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic8 and the ZTE Blade A32?
The Honor Magic8 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the ZTE Blade A32 — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic8 or the ZTE Blade A32?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic8 over the ZTE Blade A32?
The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.