Honor Magic3 Pro+ vs OnePlus 9 Pro: A Detailed Flagship Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the OnePlus 9 Pro offers a more balanced package. While the Honor Magic3 Pro+ boasts faster wireless charging, the OnePlus 9 Pro’s established software, excellent display, and comparable performance make it the more practical choice, especially considering current pricing.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Honor Magic3 Pro+ | OnePlus 9 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - EU |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA - EU |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | 1, 3, 28, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - CN | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2021, August 12 | 2021, March 23 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 19 | Available. Released 2021, March 30 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, ceramic back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 162.8 x 74.9 x 9.9 mm (6.41 x 2.95 x 0.39 in) | 163.2 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm (6.43 x 2.90 x 0.34 in) |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 236 g (8.32 oz) | 197 g (6.95 oz) |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1344 x 2772 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~456 ppi density) | 1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.76 inches, 115.7 cm2 (~94.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+ | LTPO Fluid2 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) |
| - | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.99 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Adreno 660 |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 5 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 512GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| - | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 64 MP, f/3.5, 90mm (telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, 10x hybrid zoom 64 MP, f/1.8, (monochrome) 64 MP, f/2.4, 11mm 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF TOF 3D (depth) | 48 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 (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, AF 2 MP, f/2.4, (monochrome) |
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | - | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a) | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 66W wired 66W wireless 5W reverse wireless 5W reverse wired | 65W wired, PD, 100% in 29 min 50W wireless, 100% in 43 min 5W reverse wireless |
| Type | Li-Po 4600 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Ceramic Black, Ceramic White | Morning Mist, Forest Green, Stellar Black |
| Models | ELZ-AN20 | LE2121, LE2125, LE2123, LE2120, LE2127 |
| Price | About 1070 EUR | € 246.17 / $ 264.95 / £ 287.00 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 86h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | - | -24.1 LUFS (Very good) |
Honor Magic3 Pro+
- Faster 66W wireless charging
- Snapdragon 888+ offers slight performance edge
- Potentially more efficient chipset
- Magic UI may not appeal to all users
- Limited availability in some regions
- Camera details are less well-known
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Refined OxygenOS software experience
- Excellent display brightness and color accuracy
- Hasselblad-tuned camera system
- Slower wireless charging compared to Honor
- Snapdragon 888 may throttle under sustained load
- Software updates can be slower than some competitors
Display Comparison
The OnePlus 9 Pro features a 6.7-inch display capable of reaching 859 nits of peak brightness, ensuring excellent visibility even in direct sunlight. While the Honor Magic3 Pro+’s display specs aren’t provided, Honor typically prioritizes color accuracy and high refresh rates in their flagships. The OnePlus 9 Pro’s LTPO technology dynamically adjusts the refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz, optimizing battery life. Without comparable display data for the Magic3 Pro+, the OnePlus 9 Pro’s measured brightness and adaptive refresh rate give it a clear edge for outdoor usability and power efficiency.
Camera Comparison
Both the Honor Magic3 Pro+ and OnePlus 9 Pro emphasize photography and videography. The OnePlus 9 Pro benefits from a partnership with Hasselblad, focusing on natural color science. While specific sensor details for the Magic3 Pro+ are missing, the OnePlus 9 Pro’s camera system is well-documented, featuring a 48MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and an 8MP telephoto lens. The OnePlus 9 Pro’s image processing aims for realistic colors and dynamic range. Without detailed camera specs for the Honor, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner, but the OnePlus 9 Pro’s Hasselblad tuning and established reputation provide a strong foundation.
Performance
Both phones utilize the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 series, but the Honor Magic3 Pro+ steps up to the Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5nm). This 'plus' variant features a slightly higher peak CPU clock speed – 2.99 GHz Cortex-X1 versus 2.84 GHz on the OnePlus 9 Pro’s Snapdragon 888. While the difference in real-world performance is often marginal, the 888+ generally exhibits better sustained performance due to improved thermal management. Both devices share the same CPU core configuration (1x Cortex-X1, 3x Cortex-A78, 4x Cortex-A55) and utilize LPDDR5 RAM, but the 888+'s efficiency could translate to less throttling during extended gaming sessions.
Battery Life
The OnePlus 9 Pro boasts an endurance rating of 86 hours, indicating solid battery life. It supports 65W wired charging, achieving a 100% charge in just 29 minutes, and 50W wireless charging, taking 43 minutes for a full charge. The Honor Magic3 Pro+ matches the 65W wired charging speed and significantly surpasses it with 66W wireless charging. While the OnePlus 9 Pro’s battery capacity isn’t specified, the Honor Magic3 Pro+’s faster wireless charging is a key differentiator for users who prioritize convenience. Both phones offer 5W reverse wireless charging for accessories.
Buying Guide
Buy the Honor Magic3 Pro+ if you prioritize the absolute fastest wireless charging speeds and are comfortable with Honor’s Magic UI. Its 66W wireless charging is a significant advantage for those who frequently top up wirelessly. Buy the OnePlus 9 Pro if you value a refined software experience, a consistently bright and color-accurate display, and a well-rounded camera system with Hasselblad color calibration. It’s the safer, more polished option for the average user.