Honor X80i vs Nubia Red Magic Nova
The Honor X80i (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite, while the Nubia Red Magic Nova (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Red Magic Nova leads — 52/100 vs 32/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic Nova has the bigger battery (10100 mAh vs 7000); the Honor X80i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 530g).
Honor X80i
Nubia Red Magic Nova
- Lighter: 185g vs 530g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 10100 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Honor X80i vs the Nubia Red Magic Nova, the Nubia Red Magic Nova scores 20 points higher (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova notably outperforms the Honor X80i (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic Nova (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova notably outperforms the Honor X80i (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor X80i | Nubia Red Magic Nova | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6500 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2342433 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 7192 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 10.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | 1800x2880 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 10100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, MagicOS 10 | Android 14, Redmagic OS 9.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 253.3×164.6×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 530 g | |
| Price | — | $499 |
Honor X80i
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nubia Red Magic Nova
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Honor X80i
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nubia Red Magic Nova
- 10.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1800x2880
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Honor X80i
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nubia Red Magic Nova
- 10100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Honor X80i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova significantly outperforms the Honor X80i (45/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova is a bit better (29/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova notably outperforms the Honor X80i (75/100 vs 56/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X80i significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic Nova (68/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Red Magic Nova notably outperforms the Honor X80i (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor X80i or the Nubia Red Magic Nova?
The Nubia Red Magic Nova significantly outperforms the Honor X80i by 20 points (52/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X80i and the Nubia Red Magic Nova?
The Honor X80i has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Nubia Red Magic Nova — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X80i or the Nubia Red Magic Nova?
The Nubia Red Magic Nova leads on camera score (29/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X80i or the Nubia Red Magic Nova?
The Nubia Red Magic Nova leads on performance (45/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor X80i over the Nubia Red Magic Nova?
The Honor X80i is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Red Magic Nova is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.