Honor Magic4 Ultimate vs. vivo X80 Pro: A Detailed Flagship Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For users prioritizing the absolute fastest charging and a consistently powerful experience, the Honor Magic4 Ultimate takes a slight edge. Its 100W wired and wireless charging significantly outperform the vivo X80 Pro's speeds. However, the X80 Pro’s Dimensity 9000 variant and potentially more optimized software make it a strong contender, especially for those valuing battery endurance.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Honor Magic4 Ultimate | vivo X80 Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 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, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 66, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, March 17 | 2022, April 25 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, April 22 | Available. Released 2022, April 29 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, ceramic back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Schott Xensation Up), glass back or ceramic back or eco leather back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 163.6 x 74.7 x 11.4 mm (6.44 x 2.94 x 0.45 in) | 164.6 x 75.3 x 9.1 mm (6.48 x 2.96 x 0.36 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 242 g (8.54 oz) | 215 g / 219 g (7.58 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 | Scratch-resistant glass | Schott Xensation Up |
| Resolution | 1312 x 2848 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) | 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~517 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.81 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~93.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.78 inches, 111.4 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+ | LTPO3 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 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)Octa-core (1x3.05 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)Mediatek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 730Mali-G710 MC10 |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, Funtouch 14 (Global), OriginOS Ocean (China) |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 512GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Pixel Shift, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.12", 1.4µm, PDAF 64 MP, f/2.2, 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm 64 MP, f/3.5, 90mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.5", PDAF TOF 3D (depth) | 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/1.3", PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, (periscope telephoto), 1/4.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/1.9, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.93", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF, 2x optical zoom, gimbal OIS 48 MP, f/2.2, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", AF |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) | 32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10-bit video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) | 32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit audio stereo recording | 32-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 (Snapdragon)/ 5.3 (Dimensity), A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a) | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1 (Global)/ 3.2 (China), 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 |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 100W wired, 100% in 30 min 50W wireless 5W reverse wireless 5W reverse wired | 80W wired, 100% in 38 min 50W wireless, 100% in 50 min Reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4600 mAh | 4700 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Ceramic Black, Ceramic White | Cosmic Black, Blue, Orange |
| Models | LGE-AN20 | V2185A, V2145 |
| Price | About 1150 EUR | About 850 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 79h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -25.1 LUFS (Very good) |
Honor Magic4 Ultimate
- Blazing-fast 100W wired and wireless charging
- Powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor
- Potential for peak performance in short bursts
- Battery capacity unknown, potentially smaller than X80 Pro
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 prone to thermal throttling
- Software experience may be less refined than vivo
vivo X80 Pro
- Choice of Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Dimensity 9000
- Excellent battery life (79h endurance rating)
- Potentially more optimized software and camera processing
- Slower charging speeds compared to Honor Magic4 Ultimate
- Dimensity 9000 performance gains may be marginal
- Peak brightness slightly lower than X80 Pro
Display Comparison
Both phones utilize high-quality displays, but the vivo X80 Pro boasts a measured peak brightness of 1014 nits, suggesting a potentially more visible screen in direct sunlight. While both likely employ high refresh rate panels (data not provided, assumed based on market segment), the X80 Pro’s ‘Infinite’ contrast ratio (nominal) hints at superior black levels. Without specific panel technology details (LTPO, AMOLED type) for the Magic4 Ultimate, the X80 Pro appears to have a slight advantage in display quality based on available brightness data.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are marketed as camera powerhouses, but specific sensor details are lacking. The absence of detailed sensor information necessitates a focus on processing. The vivo X80 Pro’s reputation for image processing, particularly in challenging lighting conditions, suggests a potential edge in overall image quality. Without knowing the main sensor sizes or aperture values for the Magic4 Ultimate, it’s difficult to definitively assess its camera capabilities. The presence of OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) is assumed on both, given their flagship status, but its effectiveness will vary based on implementation. We'll disregard the likely inclusion of low-resolution macro lenses on both devices as they offer limited practical benefit.
Performance
Both devices are equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm), ensuring comparable raw processing power for most tasks. However, the vivo X80 Pro offers a crucial alternative: the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4nm). The Dimensity 9000 features a slightly higher clocked Cortex-X2 core (3.05 GHz vs 3.00 GHz) and Cortex-A710 cores (2.85 GHz vs 2.50 GHz), potentially leading to a marginal performance boost in CPU-intensive workloads. Thermal management will be key; the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is known to throttle under sustained load, and the X80 Pro’s cooling solution will be critical to maximizing the Dimensity 9000’s potential. Both utilize Octa-core configurations with the same Cortex-A510 efficiency cores.
Battery Life
The vivo X80 Pro boasts an endurance rating of 79 hours, indicating strong battery life. While the Honor Magic4 Ultimate’s battery capacity is unknown, its 100W wired charging (30 minutes to 100%) and 100W wireless charging are significantly faster than the X80 Pro’s 80W wired (38 minutes) and 50W wireless (50 minutes). This charging speed advantage allows the Magic4 Ultimate to quickly top up, mitigating any potential capacity disadvantage. The X80 Pro also offers reverse wired charging, a feature also present on the Magic4 Ultimate, albeit at a lower wattage (5W vs unspecified).
Buying Guide
Buy the Honor Magic4 Ultimate if you need the fastest possible charging speeds, consistently high performance, and aren't concerned about potential software quirks. Buy the vivo X80 Pro if you prefer a choice between Snapdragon and Dimensity chipsets, prioritize battery life, and value a potentially more polished software experience with a focus on camera versatility.