Honor 80 Pro vs OnePlus 10 Pro: A Deep Dive into Flagship Performance and Value

The Honor 80 Pro and OnePlus 10 Pro represent compelling options in the flagship Android space, but cater to slightly different priorities. The OnePlus 10 Pro, while an earlier release, boasts a more established brand reputation and faster charging, while the Honor 80 Pro arrives with a newer, thermally optimized Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. This comparison dissects their key differences to help you choose the right device.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For most users, the Honor 80 Pro emerges as the stronger choice. Its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 offers superior thermal management and comparable performance to the OnePlus 10 Pro’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, coupled with competitive 66W charging. While the OnePlus 10 Pro has faster charging and wireless charging, the Honor 80 Pro delivers a more consistently smooth experience.

PHONES
Phone Names Honor 80 Pro OnePlus 10 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bandsLTE1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - International
5G bandsSA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
 CDMA2000 1x 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - India
Launch
Announced2022, November 232022, January 11
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, December 02Available. Released 2022, January 13
Body
Build-Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Dimensions163.3 x 74.9 x 7.8 mm (6.43 x 2.95 x 0.31 in)163 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm (6.42 x 2.91 x 0.34 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight188 g (6.63 oz)201 g (7.09 oz)
 -IP68 dust/water resistant - T-Mobile only (not for use underwater, liquid damage is not covered under warranty)
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution1224 x 2700 pixels (~437 ppi density)1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density)
Size6.78 inches, 111.5 cm2 (~91.2% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~90.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR, 1000 nits (peak)LTPO2 Fluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak)
 -Always-on display
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPUAdreno 730Adreno 730
OSAndroid 12, MagicOS 7Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14 (International), ColorOS (China)
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 -UFS 3.1
Main Camera
Dual50 MP, f/2.4, 100˚, (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)-
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panoramaLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Single-32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Triple160 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.56", 0.75µm, PDAF 50 MP, f/2.0, 122˚ (ultrawide), AF Auxiliary lens48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, 77mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 150˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS8K@24fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
Dual50 MP, f/2.4, 100˚, (ultrawide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)-
FeaturesHDRHDR
Single-32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSSGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
 Virtual proximity sensing-
Battery
Charging66W wired, 3-50% in 15 min 5W reverse wired80W wired, PD, 100% in 32 min (International) 65W wired, PD, 58% in 15 min (North America) 50W wireless Reverse wireless
TypeLi-Po 4800 mAhLi-Po 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsBlack, Green, Blue, PinkVolcanic Black, Emerald Forest, Panda White (Extreme Edition)
ModelsANP-AN00NE2210, NE2211, NE2213, NE2215, NE2217
PriceAbout 420 EUR$ 264.39 / C$ 349.99 / £ 360.00 / € 399.99
SAR-1.16 W/kg (head)     0.70 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 107h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -25.2 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 886248 (v9) GeekBench: 3447 (v5.1) GFXBench: 48fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Honor 80 Pro

  • More efficient Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset
  • Potentially better sustained performance
  • Competitive 66W wired charging

  • Lacks wireless charging
  • Camera specs are unknown, potentially less advanced

OnePlus 10 Pro

  • Faster 80W wired and 50W wireless charging
  • Higher peak display brightness
  • Established brand reputation

  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 prone to thermal throttling
  • Potentially lower sustained performance
  • Regional charging speed differences

Display Comparison

Both phones feature excellent displays, but the OnePlus 10 Pro edges out slightly with a measured peak brightness of 780 nits. While the Honor 80 Pro’s display specs aren’t provided, the OnePlus 10 Pro’s infinite contrast ratio suggests a high-quality OLED panel. The absence of LTPO information for the Honor 80 Pro means we can’t assess its adaptive refresh rate capabilities, a feature likely present on the OnePlus 10 Pro to improve battery efficiency. Bezels are likely comparable, given both phones target the flagship segment.

Camera Comparison

Both phones are advertised as having strong photo and video capabilities, but detailed sensor information is lacking for the Honor 80 Pro. The OnePlus 10 Pro’s camera system is well-regarded, but its success relies heavily on image processing. Without knowing the main sensor size or aperture on the Honor 80 Pro, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the absence of mention of high-resolution sensors or advanced features suggests the OnePlus 10 Pro likely has a more sophisticated camera system overall. We can assume both phones offer standard features like OIS.

Performance

The core performance difference lies in the chipsets. Both utilize an Octa-core configuration with 1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2, 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710, and 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510 cores, but the Honor 80 Pro’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm) is a refinement of the OnePlus 10 Pro’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm). The ‘+’ designation signifies improved efficiency and thermal performance. This means the Honor 80 Pro is less likely to throttle under sustained load, offering more consistent frame rates in games and faster rendering times. RAM specifications are not provided, but both are expected to utilize LPDDR5X for fast memory access.

Battery Life

The OnePlus 10 Pro boasts an endurance rating of 107 hours, indicating solid battery life. Its charging capabilities are a significant advantage, offering 80W wired charging (International) or 65W (North America) for a full charge in 32 minutes, and 50W wireless charging. The Honor 80 Pro’s 66W wired charging is competitive, reaching 3-50% in 15 minutes, but lacks wireless charging. The OnePlus 10 Pro’s higher charging wattage and wireless option provide greater flexibility, but the Honor 80 Pro’s more efficient chipset may partially offset the battery capacity difference.

Buying Guide

Buy the Honor 80 Pro if you prioritize sustained performance during demanding tasks like gaming or video editing, and value a phone that won't overheat as quickly. Buy the OnePlus 10 Pro if you absolutely need the fastest possible wired and wireless charging speeds, and are willing to potentially accept some thermal throttling under heavy load. The OnePlus 10 Pro also appeals to users deeply integrated into the OnePlus ecosystem.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in the OnePlus 10 Pro experience significant thermal throttling during extended gaming sessions?
Yes, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is known to generate more heat than the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. Users have reported noticeable throttling in the OnePlus 10 Pro during prolonged gaming or demanding tasks, leading to reduced frame rates and performance. The Honor 80 Pro’s 8+ Gen 1 is designed to mitigate this issue.
❓ What are the real-world charging differences between 66W and 80W wired charging?
While 80W is faster on paper, the difference in practical charging time isn't massive. The OnePlus 10 Pro reaches 100% in 32 minutes, while the Honor 80 Pro reaches 3-50% in 15 minutes. The Honor 80 Pro's charging speed is still very competitive, and the difference is most noticeable when topping up from very low battery levels.
❓ Is the lack of wireless charging on the Honor 80 Pro a dealbreaker?
It depends on your usage. If you frequently use wireless chargers, the absence of this feature on the Honor 80 Pro will be inconvenient. However, if you primarily rely on wired charging, it's unlikely to be a significant drawback, especially considering the phone's competitive wired charging speed.