Honor Magic 3vsSamsung Galaxy F54

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Honor
Honor Magic 3
Magic 3
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Honor Magic 3's battery life falls short of expectations, degrading rapidly despite its high-end specs.
The display on the Honor Magic 3 is a solid, good all-around performer with smooth visuals and vibrant colors.
The Honor Magic 3 Pro Plus's camera offers excellent flexibility and high-quality image capture capabilities overall.
The Honor Magic 3 boasts top-notch performance with seamless multitasking, rapid app launches, and exceptional battery life efficiency.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy F54
Galaxy F54
Processor:Exynos 1380
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy F54 boasts an exceptional battery life with up to 9 hours of video playback at full brightness.
The Samsung Galaxy F54's stunning Super AMOLED Plus display offers a seamless and crisp visual experience.
The Galaxy F54's impressive camera capabilities make it a standout option for those seeking quality under 30K budget.
The Samsung Galaxy F54 delivers satisfactory performance with good stability and benchmark scores at an affordable price.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Honor Magic 3
2.84 GHz
Samsung Galaxy F54
2.40 GHz

RAM

Tie
Honor Magic 3
8GB
Samsung Galaxy F54
8GB

Storage

Tie
Honor Magic 3
256GB
Samsung Galaxy F54
256GB

Weight

Winner
Honor Magic 3
203g
Samsung Galaxy F54
199g
Rank
Honor Magic 3
Winner
#244
Samsung Galaxy F54
#363
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Honor Magic 3
#111
Winner
Samsung Galaxy F54
#205
Design
Honor Magic 3
#221
Winner
Samsung Galaxy F54
#641
Display
Honor Magic 3
#234
Samsung Galaxy F54
#148
Winner
Performance
Honor Magic 3
#250
Winner
Samsung Galaxy F54
#499
Battery
Honor Magic 3
#209
Winner
Samsung Galaxy F54
#479
Camera
Honor Magic 3
#322
Samsung Galaxy F54
#117
Winner
item_phones_categoryId
Honor Magic 3
#1
Tie
Samsung Galaxy F54
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Honor Honor Magic 3
Samsung Samsung Galaxy F54
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
Exynos 1380
CPU
1x Cortex X1 2.84GHz + 3x Cortex A78 2.42GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8GHz
4x2.4GHz ARM Cortex, A78 + 4x2.0 GHz ARM Cortex, A55
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
5
5
Frequency
2.84
2.40
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Adreno 660
ARM Mali-G68 MP5
RAM
8
8
Type
RAM LPDDR5
LPDDR4X RAM
Capacity
256
256
Type
UFS Storage 3.1
N/A
SD slot
No
N/A
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
RGB sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
DTS / DTS X, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
N/A
Antutu Score
898700
507000
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v9
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 87% of devices
Overall performance better than 75% of devices
Cooling system
Yes
No
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
X-axis linear motor, Superconducting hexagonal crystal structure graphene + ultra-thin VC liquid cooling
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Honor Magic 3

Strengths

The camera sounds really damn good when playing back video footage through the phone speakers.
The camera has three microphones, including one on the camera module, which provides excellent audio recording during video footage.
The ultra-wide-angle footage is impressive, and the camera can capture beautiful scenes, such as sunsets.
The phone has a 120Hz refresh rate, which provides smooth visuals when watching videos or playing games.
The camera can automatically adjust the exposure and contrast in real-time, making it easier to capture good photos.
The phone's stereo speaker produces great sound quality, making it perfect for music and video playback.
The Honor Magic 3 has a TOF sensor that provides intelligent software features, such as automatic field of view adjustment when taking selfies.
The phone's battery life is decent, with 25% remaining after two hours of heavy use.

Weaknesses

The phone's battery life drops significantly when using the 120Hz refresh rate or playing games.
The camera can struggle to capture details in bright lighting conditions, such as blown-out skies.
The phone's speakers are not ideal for music production or critical audio listening.
The TOF sensor can be distracting when it automatically adjusts the field of view during selfies.
The Honor Magic 3 has a relatively large notch that takes up screen real estate.
The camera app can be slow to launch and process images, especially in low-light conditions.
The phone's performance can be affected by heavy gaming or demanding tasks, causing it to heat up.
The battery life could be improved with more efficient power management.

Samsung Galaxy F54

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Honor Magic 3

The Honor Magic 3 Pro Plus is a powerhouse device that boasts impressive specs, including a Snapdragon 888 processor, 12GB of RAM, and a large 600mAh battery. The phone's camera system is also noteworthy, featuring a quad-camera setup with a high-resolution main sensor and a dedicated telephoto lens. Additionally, the Magic 3 Pro Plus sports a stunning 6.5-inch OLED display and supports fast charging. In this review, we'll put the device through its paces to see if it lives up to its promise of delivering top-notch performance and features.

Samsung Galaxy F54

The Samsung Galaxy F54 is a new addition to the Indian market, offering a good value for money option in the under 30K segment. The phone's design is sleek, with a plastic build and mirror-finish variant that looks striking. However, it does become a fingerprint magnet. One of the standout features of the Galaxy F54 is its display - a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR support, and punchy colors. The camera system is also impressive, with a 108MP primary sensor, OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a macro camera on the back. The front camera is 32MP, offering good detail and exposure. The phone's software is another highlight, running on OneUI 5.1 with Android 13, promising four OS updates and five years of security patches. This is one of the best update commitments in this price segment. Performance-wise, the Galaxy F54 is powered by the Exynos 1380 processor, paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The phone's benchmark scores are impressive, with good stability and no throttling issues. Day-to-day performance is smooth, with no lag while scrolling or launching apps. The battery life is also commendable, lasting a long time on heavy usage. Charging is done via a 25W fast charger, which can refill the massive 6,000mAh unit in no time. Connectivity options include 10 5G bands and carrier aggregation support. Priced at Rs. 29,999, the Galaxy F54 is a solid option for those looking for a Samsung phone under 30K. While it may not have any major negatives at this price point, it does offer some standout features that make it a good package overall.

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