Honor Magic 2
$186
Overview
Honor Magic 2 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 6.39-inch AMOLED, Kirin 980 chipset, 16 main camera, and 3500 mAh battery.
Priced at $186, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor Magic 2
The display of Honor Magic 2 measures 6.39 inches with AMOLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor Magic 2 features 3 rear cameras: 16 main, 16MP ultrawide, 24MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 3x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Honor Magic 2 has 3500mAh capacity with 40 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 15. A full charge takes approximately 90 min minutes.
The performance of Honor Magic 2 is powered by the Kirin 980 chipset with Mali-G72 MP3 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 3300 single-core and 10000 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 224000.
The memory of Honor Magic 2 offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Honor Magic 2 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Honor Magic 2 weighs 820g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H. Dimensions measure 157.3 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm.
The software of Honor Magic 2 runs Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9 or Magic UI 2 with EMUI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor Magic 2
Honor Magic 2 has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor Magic 2 with Kirin 980 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor Magic 2 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Honor Magic 2 is water resistant with IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Honor Magic 2 has a 3500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor Magic 2 at $186 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor Magic 2 supports 40 wired charging with full charge in approximately 90 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 15.
Honor Magic 2 is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor Magic 2 has a 6.39-inch AMOLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor Magic 2 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.39"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Kirin 980
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $186 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 157.3 x 75.1 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 820 |
| Build Materials | Rugged Smartphone, Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Gradient Black", "Gradient Red", "Gradient Blue"] |
| IP Rating | IP68, IP69, MIL-STD-810H |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Graphite |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.39 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 403 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 72 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 250 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 3D curved |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9 or Magic UI 2 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Kirin 980 |
| CPU | 4xCortex • A73 2.0GHz + 4xCortex • A53 2.0GHz |
| GPU | Mali-G72 MP3 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 4.6 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | HiSilicon Balong 720 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 3300 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 10000 |
| AnTuTu Score | 224000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung S5KGM2 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | 16MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 24MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 16 |
| Sensor Size | Samsung ISOCELL |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 3D Structured Light |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | HiSilicon Hi6402 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart Rate |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3500 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 40 |
| Wired Standard | SuperCharge |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 15 min |
| Full Charge Time | 90 min |
| Wireless Charging | 15 |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | 1400 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 9.0 (Pie), EMUI 9 or Magic UI 2 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock |
| Accessibility | |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, Case, Earphones |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Honor Magic 2 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Honor Magic 2 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent value for money
- + Wireless charging support
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - Camera performance is average