Just months after launching the Magic7 Pro, Honor is already making headlines with leaks about its next flagship—the Magic8 Pro. The first details, emerging from China, hint at a strong evolutionary leap, especially in the camera department.
Familiar Setup, Smarter Performance
At first glance, the camera system might look like a carryover from last year. Like its predecessor, the Magic8 Pro reportedly packs a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultrawide, and a staggering 200MP periscope telephoto lens. But this year’s model will try to push image processing even further.
The main camera is still said to use a 1/1.3-inch sensor, matching the size from the Magic7 Pro. That’s led to some questions about whether there will be meaningful hardware changes at all. Still, insiders claim the new setup will deliver sharper and more dynamic images thanks to improved software features like “super frame synthesis”, “smooth frame transition”, and better autofocus performance.
Honor also seems focused on efficiency this time around—the camera module will reportedly consume less power while delivering a broader dynamic range.
Powering Up with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
Under the hood, the Magic8 Pro will probably run on Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip. While the final naming might change, it’s positioned as Qualcomm’s next flagship SoC, and likely to bring major performance and power efficiency gains.
A More Compact Magic8?
While this leak zeroes in on the Pro model, earlier reports suggested that the regular Magic8 might shrink slightly compared to last year’s version. It’s a sign that Honor could be fine-tuning its flagship series not just for power, but also for comfort in the hand.
What’s Next?
At this stage, we’re still early in the rumor cycle. But with an October launch window likely—mirroring the Magic7 Pro’s timeline—expect more details to surface in the coming weeks. If these early leaks are accurate, the Magic8 Pro could be one of the more refined upgrades in Honor’s lineup, with smart improvements layered over familiar foundations.
