HONOR512 GB
Magic8 Lite
6.79″ · AMOLED · 120 Hz · Snapdragon 6 Gen 4
512 GB · 8 GB RAM · Midnight Black · UK MTN-NX1MFull product profile
Midnight Black YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 28 Sept 2026HONOR Magic8 Lite vs Apple iPhone Air
Midnight Black
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Magic8 Lite if…
- you want the larger 6.79″ screen Source: HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the iPhone Air if…
- you want a lighter phone: 165 g vs 189 g Source: Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a thinner body: 5.64 vs 7.76 mm Source: Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.5″ screen Source: Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
Not verified for either phone, so not charted: Pixel density, Native zoom. Missing evidence is not a difference.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Magic8 Lite
0.29″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Magic8 Lite
- 6.79″
- iPhone Air
- 6.5″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- Magic8 Lite
- Not verified
- iPhone Air
- Not verified
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Magic8 Lite
- Not verified
- iPhone Air
- Up to 27h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
10 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 3 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsMagic8 LiteSnapdragon 6 Gen 4
iPhone AirA19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Sources
Different hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Software update policy
In Visual factsMagic8 LiteAt least 5 years of security, corrective and functionality updates
iPhone AirNo fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Minimum declared on the EU product-information sheet; it does not give an Android version-upgrade count or a calendar end date.
HONOR Magic8 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model MTN-NX1MiPhone Air
No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Display resolution
Magic8 Lite2640 × 1200
iPhone Air2736 × 1260
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Screen diagonal
Magic8 Lite6.79 in
iPhone Air6.5 in
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Thickness
Magic8 Lite7.76 mm
iPhone Air5.64 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsMagic8 Lite189 g
iPhone Air165 g
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Show 4 more verified differences
Camera system
Magic8 LiteMain: 108 MP (f/1.75, OIS); Second camera: 5 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45)
iPhone Air48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR's UK spec calls the 5 MP camera 'Wide' without stating its role (ultra-wide, macro or depth), so it is shown as the second camera.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Magic8 Lite6.79-inch AMOLED; 2640 × 1200; up to 120 Hz; 6000 nits peak (APL type)
iPhone AirSuper Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR also lists 1800 nits (HBM) and 800 nits typical; 1.07 billion colours, 100% DCI-P3; eye comfort: Circadian Night Display, Dynamic Dimming, 3840 Hz PWM dimming; aluminosilicate glass.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Battery and charging
Magic8 Lite7500 mAh; 66 W wired
iPhone AirVideo playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Typical capacity; HONOR's product-page footnote gives 7330 mAh rated. Lithium-ion polymer. No wireless charging is listed.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Front camera
Magic8 Lite16 MP (f/2.45)
iPhone Air18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Sources
Compare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
Magic8 Lite161.9 × 76.1 × 7.76 mm (height × width × thickness) in Midnight Black
iPhone AirWidth: 74.7 mm; Height: 156.2 mm; Depth: 5.64 mm
Sources
iPhone Air
Exact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (2)
Height
Magic8 Lite161.9 mm
iPhone Air156.2 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
In Visual factsMagic8 Lite76.1 mm
iPhone Air74.7 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (1)
Regional SIM / network configuration
Magic8 LiteUK model MTN-NX1M. Networks: 5G NR, 4G LTE FDD/TDD, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM. SIM: Nano SIM + Nano SIM or eSIM.
iPhone AirUK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR's UK pages do not cover US availability, US carrier services or whether US hardware is identical.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (85)
Main camera optical stabilisation
Magic8 LiteYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
OIS is identified on the 108MP main camera; not on the 5MP camera.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera optical image stabilisation
Magic8 LiteYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
OIS on the 108MP main camera.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone Air27 hours
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Typical battery capacity
Magic8 Lite7500 mAh
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Typical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum published wired charging power
Magic8 Lite66 W
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Compatible charger and cable required.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum display refresh rate
Magic8 Lite120 Hz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Maximum advertised refresh; the active rate varies by app, content and selected mode.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Physical RAM
Magic8 Lite8 GB
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
UK model wireless capabilities
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirModel A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve
Sources
Magic8 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer operating system
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AiriOS 26
Sources
Magic8 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
Magic8 LiteWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 1024-QAM, 80 MHz; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi Hotspot
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth
Magic8 LiteBluetooth 5.2, BLE; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connector capabilities
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirUSB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Sources
Magic8 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
EU label: supplier-declared battery cycles
Magic8 Lite1200 cycles
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR Magic8 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model MTN-NX1MiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
EU label: supplier-declared endurance per cycle
Magic8 Lite68 h
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR Magic8 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model MTN-NX1MiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM only
Magic8 LiteNo
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
The UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ingress protection
Magic8 LiteIP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR UK lists IP66, IP68 and IP69 (IEC 60529) and IP69K (ISO 20653:2023) under controlled laboratory conditions; the product-information sheet declares IP68. Protection is conditional and can decrease with wear; not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR Magic8 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model MTN-NX1MiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM and storage configuration
Magic8 Lite8 GB RAM; 512 GB storage
iPhone Air512 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Sources
One source states less detail or a rounded figure. This is not a verified difference; check the exact configuration.
Native telephoto reach
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
Magic8 LiteYes
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Magic8 LiteMagicOS 9.0 (Android 15)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display panel
Magic8 LiteAMOLED
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed peak brightness (APL type)
Magic8 Lite6000 nits
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR's '6000 nits (APL type)' figure; the APL level and test window are not stated. HONOR also lists 800 nits typical and 1800 nits HBM. Not a full-screen sustained measurement.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer pixel density
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR does not publish a pixel density for the Magic8 Lite; the 6.79-inch size and 2640 × 1200 resolution are listed separately.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera modules
Magic8 Lite2
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer-listed sensors
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirFace ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
Sources
Magic8 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Capacity
Magic8 Lite7500 mAh (typical value)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Type
Magic8 LiteLithium polymer battery
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR's UK row reads 'Li-ion Polymer Battery' (lithium-ion polymer).
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Wired Charging
Magic8 Lite66W
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — Network Standard
Magic8 Lite5G (NR); 4G (LTE FDD/TDD); 3G (WCDMA); 2G (GSM)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — SIM Card 1
Magic8 LiteNano SIM card
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — SIM Card 2
Magic8 LiteNano SIM card/eSIM
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Bluetooth
Magic8 LiteBluetooth 5.2, BLE; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Others
Magic8 LitePC Data Sync (Computer need install HonorSuite); Video Call (operator and third-party software); OTG (the maximum output current is 5V/1.5A); USB: Type-C, USB 2.0; Earjack: Type-C digital
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Positioning
Magic8 LiteGPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi
Magic8 LiteWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 1024-QAM, 80 MHz; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi Hotspot
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Depth
Magic8 Lite7.76 mm
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Height
Magic8 Lite161.9 mm
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Weight
Magic8 LiteApprox. 189 g (including the battery)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Width
Magic8 Lite76.1 mm
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Brightness
Magic8 Lite800 nits (typical); 1800 nits (HBM); 6000 nits (APL type)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Colour
Magic8 Lite100% DCI-P3, 1.07 billion colours
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Eye Comfort Technology
Magic8 LiteEye Comfort; Circadian Night Display; Dynamic Dimming; 3840 Hz ultra-high-frequency PWM dimming
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Resolution
Magic8 Lite2640 × 1200
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Screen Glass Material
Magic8 LiteAluminosilicate glass
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Size
Magic8 Lite6.79 inches
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Type
Magic8 LiteAMOLED
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Capture Mode
Magic8 LitePortrait (including beauty mode), Moving Photo, Filter, Capture smile, Mirror reflection, Timer, Gesture control
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Face Recognition
Magic8 LiteSupported
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Front Camera
Magic8 Lite16 MP (f/2.45)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Image Resolution
Magic8 Lite3456 × 4608 pixels
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Video Resolution
Magic8 Lite2520 × 1080 pixels
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Video Shooting
Magic8 Lite1080p (up to 2520 × 1080)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
In the Box — In the Box
Magic8 LitePhone (Built-in battery) x1; Quick Start Guide x1; Type-C Cable x1; Eject pin x1; Warranty Card x1; TP protective film x1 (Attached on the phone before delivery)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Audio
Magic8 Litemp3/mid/amr/awb/3gp/mp4/m4a/aac/wav/ogg/flac/mkv
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Sound Effect
Magic8 LiteHONOR Sound 7.3
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Stereo
Magic8 LiteSupported
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Video
Magic8 Lite3gp/mp4
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory — Memory
Magic8 Lite8GB+512GB
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Dominant Frequency
Magic8 Lite1× A720 @ 2.3 GHz + 3× A720 @ 2.2 GHz + 4× A520 @ 1.8 GHz
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Model
Magic8 LiteSnapdragon 6 Gen 4
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Type
Magic8 LiteOcta-core
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — GPU
Magic8 LiteAdreno A810
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Capture Mode
Magic8 LiteHighlights Capture, Moving Photo, AI photography, Aperture, Night, Portrait (including beauty mode), Pro, Panorama, Filter, time-lapse photography, High-res, Capture smile, Slow-motion, Wide Angle, Multi-Video, Watermark, Scan Document, Timer
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Focus Mode
Magic8 Lite10x digital zoom
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Image Resolution
Magic8 Lite12000 × 9000 pixels
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Rear Camera
Magic8 Lite108 MP main camera (f/1.75); 5 MP wide camera (f/2.2)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Rear Flashlight
Magic8 LiteRear single LED flash
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Stabilization Mode
Magic8 LiteOIS
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Video Resolution
Magic8 Lite3840 × 2160 pixels
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Video Shooting
Magic8 Lite4K
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — NFC
Magic8 LiteSupported
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Sensors
Magic8 LiteGravity Sensor; Fingerprint Sensor; Gyroscope; Compass; Acceleration Sensor; Ambient Light Sensor; Proximity Sensor
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
System — Operating System
Magic8 LiteMagicOS 9.0 (Android 15)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
System — User Interface
Magic8 LiteMagicOS 9.0 (Android 15)
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Water and Dust Resistance — Water and Dust Resistance
Magic8 LiteIP66 & IP68 & IP69 & IP69K
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
iPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised update duration
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
iPhone Air
Not listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR's UK specification lists 4K recording and does not state whether 8K is supported.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR's UK specification lists 66 W wired charging only and does not mention wireless charging, so support is unknown.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging power
Magic8 LiteNot verified
iPhone AirNot verified
Sources
Magic8 Lite
HONOR states no wireless charging power for the Magic8 Lite.
HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsiPhone Air
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
2 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs104 specificationsMagic8 LiteiPhone Air
Magic8 LiteiPhone AirWeightDiffers
Sources
189g
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
165g
Manufacturer device mass
WidthDiffers
Sources
76.1mm
74.7mm
Manufacturer width
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
7.76mm
5.64mm
Manufacturer thickness
Manufacturer device dimensionsDiffers
Sources
161.9 × 76.1 × 7.76 mm (height × width × thickness) in Midnight Black
Width: 74.7 mm; Height: 156.2 mm; Depth: 5.64 mmExact selected UK model; axis labels retained.
Manufacturer finishDiffers
Sources
Midnight Black
Cloud White
Manufacturer physical format
Sources
slab
slab
Manufacturer heightDiffers
Sources
161.9 mm
156.2 mm
Dimensions and Weight — Height
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
161.9 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Width
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
76.1 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Depth
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
7.76 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Weight
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Approx. 189 g (including the battery)
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.79″
Screen diagonal · Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.5″
Manufacturer marketed display diagonal · Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.
Sources
Magic8 LiteHONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditions
iPhone AirNo source recorded
6000 nitsClaimed peak brightness (APL type) · HONOR's '6000 nits (APL type)' figure; the APL level and test window are not stated. HONOR also lists 800 nits typical and 1800 nits HBM. Not a full-screen sustained measurement.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
120HzMaximum display refresh rate · Maximum advertised refresh; the active rate varies by app, content and selected mode.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Manufacturer display specificationDiffers
6.79-inch AMOLED; 2640 × 1200; up to 120 Hz; 6000 nits peak (APL type)HONOR also lists 1800 nits (HBM) and 800 nits typical; 1.07 billion colours, 100% DCI-P3; eye comfort: Circadian Night Display, Dynamic Dimming, 3840 Hz PWM dimming; aluminosilicate glass.
Super Retina XDR display 6.5-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display 2736x1260-pixel resolution at 460 ppi Dynamic Island Always-On display ProMotion technology with adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz HDR display True Tone Wide colour (P3) Haptic Touch 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio (typical) 1,000 nits max brightness (typical); 1,600 nits peak brightness (HDR); 3,000 nits peak brightness (outdoor); 1 nit minimum brightness Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating Anti-reflective coating Support for display of multiple languages and characters simultaneously The iPhone Air display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.55 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).
Native display resolutionDiffers
Sources
2640 × 1200
2736 × 1260
Display — Size
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
6.79 inches
Not verified
Display — Colour
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
100% DCI-P3, 1.07 billion colours
Not verified
Display — Type
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
AMOLED
Not verified
Display — Eye Comfort Technology
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Eye Comfort; Circadian Night Display; Dynamic Dimming; 3840 Hz ultra-high-frequency PWM dimming
Not verified
Display — Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
2640 × 1200
Not verified
Display — Brightness
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
800 nits (typical); 1800 nits (HBM); 6000 nits (APL type)
Not verified
Display — Screen Glass Material
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Aluminosilicate glass
Not verified
Rear camera modules
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
2
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Rear camera systemDiffers
Sources
Main: 108 MP (f/1.75, OIS); Second camera: 5 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45)HONOR's UK spec calls the 5 MP camera 'Wide' without stating its role (ultra-wide, macro or depth), so it is shown as the second camera.
48MP Fusion camera system 48MP Fusion Main: 26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels, support for super-high-resolution photos (24MP and 48MP) Also enables 12MP optical-quality 2x Telephoto: 52mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilisation, 100% Focus Pixels Digital zoom up to 10x Customisable default lens (Fusion Main) Sapphire crystal lens cover True Tone flash Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Night mode Panorama (up to 63MP) Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Advanced red-eye correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode Photo geotagging Image formats captured: HEIF and JPEG
Front camera specificationDiffers
Sources
16 MP (f/2.45)
18MP Center Stage camera ƒ/1.9 aperture Autofocus with Focus Pixels Retina Flash Tap to zoom and rotate Centre Stage for photos Ultra-stabilised video Dual Capture Centre Stage for video calls Photonic Engine Deep Fusion Smart HDR 5 Next-generation portraits with Focus and Depth Control Portrait Lighting with six effects Animoji and Memoji Night mode Latest-generation Photographic Styles Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos Lens correction Auto image stabilisation Burst mode 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps 1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps Time-lapse video with stabilisation Night mode Time-lapse QuickTake video up to 4K Dolby Vision at 60 fps Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p) Spatial Audio and stereo recording Wind noise reduction Audio Mix
Rear Camera — Rear Camera
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
108 MP main camera (f/1.75); 5 MP wide camera (f/2.2)
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
4K
Not verified
Rear Camera — Focus Mode
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
10x digital zoom
Not verified
Rear Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
12000 × 9000 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
3840 × 2160 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Rear Flashlight
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Rear single LED flash
Not verified
Rear Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Highlights Capture, Moving Photo, AI photography, Aperture, Night, Portrait (including beauty mode), Pro, Panorama, Filter, time-lapse photography, High-res, Capture smile, Slow-motion, Wide Angle, Multi-Video, Watermark, Scan Document, Timer
Not verified
Rear Camera — Stabilization Mode
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
OIS
Not verified
Front Camera — Front Camera
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
16 MP (f/2.45)
Not verified
Front Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
3456 × 4608 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
2520 × 1080 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1080p (up to 2520 × 1080)
Not verified
Front Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Portrait (including beauty mode), Moving Photo, Filter, Capture smile, Mirror reflection, Timer, Gesture control
Not verified
Front Camera — Face Recognition
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Rear camera optical image stabilisation
Sources
Magic8 LiteHONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditions
iPhone AirNo source recorded
YesOIS on the 108MP main camera.
Not verified
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Magic8 LiteHONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditions
iPhone AirNo source recorded
YesOIS is identified on the 108MP main camera; not on the 5MP camera.
Not verified
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Magic8 LiteNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
27 hoursUp-to local video playback · Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Manufacturer battery and charging claimsDiffers
Sources
7500 mAh; 66 W wiredTypical capacity; HONOR's product-page footnote gives 7330 mAh rated. Lithium-ion polymer. No wireless charging is listed.
Video playback Up to 27 hours Video playback with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 40 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) with iPhone Air MagSafe Battery Up to 35 hours Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery Fast-charge capable: Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes with 20W adapter or higher (available separately) paired with USB-C charging cable, or 30W adapter or higher paired with MagSafe Charger (both available separately)All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
Typical battery capacity
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
7500 mAhTypical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
Not verified
Maximum published wired charging power
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
66 WCompatible charger and cable required.
Not verified
Battery — Capacity
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
7500 mAh (typical value)
Not verified
Battery — Type
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Lithium polymer batteryHONOR's UK row reads 'Li-ion Polymer Battery' (lithium-ion polymer).
Not verified
Battery — Wired Charging
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
66W
Not verified
Manufacturer update-policy informationDiffers
At least 5 years of security, corrective and functionality updatesMinimum declared on the EU product-information sheet; it does not give an Android version-upgrade count or a calendar end date.
No fixed update duration is listed in this manufacturer technical source.No support years or promised major-version count are inferred. The installed operating system is listed separately.
Manufacturer operating system
Sources
Magic8 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
iOS 26
Chip and core configurationDiffers
Sources
Snapdragon 6 Gen 4
A19 Pro chip 6-core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores 5-core GPU with Neural Accelerators 16-core Neural Engine Hardware-accelerated ray tracing
Selected storage; RAM remains unlistedDiffers
8 GB RAM; 512 GB storageSelected UK configuration.
512 GB storage; RAM capacity is not listed by the manufacturer.
Exact UK hardware, SIM and cellular specificationConfiguration
Sources
UK model MTN-NX1M. Networks: 5G NR, 4G LTE FDD/TDD, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM. SIM: Nano SIM + Nano SIM or eSIM.HONOR's UK pages do not cover US availability, US carrier services or whether US hardware is identical.
UK A3517; Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs) iPhone Air uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards). Learn more about eSIM Learn more about travelling with eSIM; Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Selected nominal storage
Sources
512 GB
512 GB
Physical RAM capacity
Sources
8 GB
Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
Display panel
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
AMOLED
Not verified
Ingress protection
Sources
Magic8 LiteHONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR Magic8 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model MTN-NX1M
iPhone AirNo source recorded
IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69KHONOR UK lists IP66, IP68 and IP69 (IEC 60529) and IP69K (ISO 20653:2023) under controlled laboratory conditions; the product-information sheet declares IP68. Protection is conditional and can decrease with wear; not a waterproofing guarantee.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
eSIM only
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
NoThe UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
MagicOS 9.0 (Android 15)
Not verified
Bluetooth
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Bluetooth 5.2, BLE; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Not verified
Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 1024-QAM, 80 MHz; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not verified
NFC
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Processor — CPU Model
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Snapdragon 6 Gen 4
Not verified
Processor — CPU Type
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Octa-core
Not verified
Processor — CPU Dominant Frequency
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1× A720 @ 2.3 GHz + 3× A720 @ 2.2 GHz + 4× A520 @ 1.8 GHz
Not verified
Processor — GPU
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Adreno A810
Not verified
System — Operating System
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
MagicOS 9.0 (Android 15)
Not verified
System — User Interface
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
MagicOS 9.0 (Android 15)
Not verified
Memory — Memory
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
8GB+512GB
Not verified
Water and Dust Resistance — Water and Dust Resistance
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
IP66 & IP68 & IP69 & IP69K
Not verified
Cellular Network — Network Standard
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
5G (NR); 4G (LTE FDD/TDD); 3G (WCDMA); 2G (GSM)
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card 1
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Nano SIM card
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card 2
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Nano SIM card/eSIM
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 1024-QAM, 80 MHz; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Bluetooth
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Bluetooth 5.2, BLE; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Others
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
PC Data Sync (Computer need install HonorSuite); Video Call (operator and third-party software); OTG (the maximum output current is 5V/1.5A); USB: Type-C, USB 2.0; Earjack: Type-C digital
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Positioning
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo
Not verified
Sensors — Sensors
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Gravity Sensor; Fingerprint Sensor; Gyroscope; Compass; Acceleration Sensor; Ambient Light Sensor; Proximity Sensor
Not verified
Sensors — NFC
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Media and Audio — Video
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
3gp/mp4
Not verified
Media and Audio — Audio
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
mp3/mid/amr/awb/3gp/mp4/m4a/aac/wav/ogg/flac/mkv
Not verified
Media and Audio — Sound Effect
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
HONOR Sound 7.3
Not verified
Media and Audio — Stereo
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Supported
Not verified
In the Box — In the Box
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
Phone (Built-in battery) x1; Quick Start Guide x1; Type-C Cable x1; Eject pin x1; Warranty Card x1; TP protective film x1 (Attached on the phone before delivery)
Not verified
EU label: supplier-declared endurance per cycle
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
68 hDeclared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
Not verified
EU label: supplier-declared battery cycles
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
1200 cyclesDeclared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
iPhone AirNo source recorded
82440110001010002701
Not verified
UK model wireless capabilities
Sources
Magic8 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Model A3517 * FDD-5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75) TDD-5G NR (Bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n79) FDD-LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66) TDD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) Apple C1X cellular modem 5G (sub-6GHz) with 4x4 MIMO Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO Apple N1 wireless networking chip Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with 2x2 MIMO Bluetooth 6 Thread networking technology Apple second-generation Ultra Wideband chip NFC with reader mode Express Cards with Power Reserve* To identify your iPhone model number, see support.apple.com/en-gb/108044 . For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Mobile data technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for GSM networks. Data plan required. 5G, Gigabit LTE, VoLTE and Wi‑Fi calling are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular . Wi‑Fi 7 available in countries and regions where supported. Ultra Wideband availability varies by region.
Connector capabilities
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Magic8 LiteNo source recorded
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USB-C connector with support for: Charging USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)
Manufacturer-listed sensors
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Magic8 LiteNo source recorded
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Face ID Barometer High dynamic range gyro High-g accelerometer Proximity sensor Dual ambient light sensors
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Pixel density
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iPhone AirNo source recorded
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Native telephoto reach
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8K video recording
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iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR's UK specification lists 4K recording and does not state whether 8K is supported.
Not verified8K recording · Not verified for this exact model.
Wireless charging
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iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR's UK specification lists 66 W wired charging only and does not mention wireless charging, so support is unknown.
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Published support term
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Manufacturer pixel density
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iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR does not publish a pixel density for the Magic8 Lite; the 6.79-inch size and 2640 × 1200 resolution are listed separately.
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Wireless charging power
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iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR states no wireless charging power for the Magic8 Lite.
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Manufacturer shop GTIN
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iPhone AirNo source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR's UK pages do not list the GTIN (barcode) for this model.
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Optical-quality zoom
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Reverse wireless charging
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Headphone jack
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Expandable storage
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Promised update duration
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Magic8 LiteNo source recorded
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Not verifiedNot listed for this exact UK configuration by the cited manufacturer specifications.
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How we calculate scoresHONOR Magic8 Lite
512 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight189 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONORWidth76.1 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Thickness7.76 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Display size6.79 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONORPeak brightness6,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
HONOR's '6000 nits (APL type)' figure; the APL level and test window are not stated. HONOR also lists 800 nits typical and 1800 nits HBM. Not a full-screen sustained measurement.
HONORHONORClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
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Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
The UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
HONORIP ratingIP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69KManufacturer claim · high confidence
HONOR UK lists IP66, IP68 and IP69 (IEC 60529) and IP69K (ISO 20653:2023) under controlled laboratory conditions; the product-information sheet declares IP68. Protection is conditional and can decrease with wear; not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONORHONORRAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Maximum advertised refresh; the active rate varies by app, content and selected mode.
HONORNative telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
- HONOR UK Magic8 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK Magic8 Lite display features and operating conditionsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR Magic8 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model MTN-NX1MHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK Magic8 Lite exact configuration and official product galleryHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Apple iPhone Air
512 GB · checked 19 Oct 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight165 gManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Width74.7 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Thickness5.64 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceApple
Display size6.5 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer marketed diagonal; rounded corners and actual viewable area are described in the complete display specification.
ApplePeak brightnessNot verified
Not published
Claimed video playback27 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Manufacturer up-to claim, not measured mixed-use battery life. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. iPhone Air MagSafe Battery sold separately. Testing conducted by Apple in January 2025 using pre‑production iPhone Air units and software, and USB‑C Charge Cable with Apple 20W USB‑C Power Adapter (Model A2305). Fast‑charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Times measured from the appearance of the Apple logo as the unit started up. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary.
AppleClaimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
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Wireless chargingNot verified
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Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
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Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNot verified
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IP ratingNot verified
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Pixel densityNot verified
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Maximum refresh rateNot verified
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Native telephoto reachNot verified
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Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
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Rear camera modulesNot verified
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8K recordingNot verified
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Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources2
- Apple UK — literal MG2T4QN/A configurationApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
- Apple UK — iPhone Air technical specificationsApple · accessed 19 Oct 2026
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