Honor Magic V2vsrealme 14 Pro+

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Honor
Honor Magic V2
Magic V2
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
RAM:16GB
Storage:512GB

Quick Stats

The Honor Magic V2's battery life is decent for moderate use but struggles with heavy usage and charging inconsistencies.
The Honor Magic V2's dual-display setup offers unparalleled convenience, functionality, and immersive viewing experiences always.
The Honor Magic V2's camera is a mixed bag, excelling in some areas but falling short in others.
The Honor Magic V2's performance falls short of expectations despite impressive specs and benchmarking results.
realme
realme 14 Pro+
14 Pro+
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen3
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Realme 14 Pro+ boasts an impressive battery life that outshines many other devices.
The Realme 14 Pro+'s stunning display boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and excellent color accuracy.
The Realme 14 Pro+ boasts an exceptional camera system with impressive performance in various lighting conditions.
The Realme 14 Pro+ excels in performance with lightning-fast results and impressive benchmark scores, delivering seamless gaming experiences.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Honor Magic V2
3.20 GHz
realme 14 Pro+
2.50 GHz

RAM

Winner
Honor Magic V2
16GB
realme 14 Pro+
8GB

Storage

Winner
Honor Magic V2
512GB
realme 14 Pro+
256GB

Weight

Winner
Honor Magic V2
231g
realme 14 Pro+
188g
Rank
Honor Magic V2
Winner
#105
realme 14 Pro+
#348
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Honor Magic V2
#96
Winner
realme 14 Pro+
#552
Design
Honor Magic V2
#331
Winner
realme 14 Pro+
#735
Display
Honor Magic V2
#294
Winner
realme 14 Pro+
#404
Performance
Honor Magic V2
#125
Winner
realme 14 Pro+
#363
Battery
Honor Magic V2
#20
Winner
realme 14 Pro+
#188
Camera
Honor Magic V2
#142
Winner
realme 14 Pro+
#182
item_phones_categoryId
Honor Magic V2
#1
Tie
realme 14 Pro+
#1
Tie

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Specifications Comparison
Specification
Honor Honor Magic V2
realme realme 14 Pro+
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen3
CPU
1x3.2GHz Cortex, X3 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A715 + 2x2.8 GHz Cortex, A710 + 3x2.02 GHz Cortex, A510
1x2.5GHz Cortex, A720 +3x2.4GHz Cortex A720 +4x1.8GHz Cortex A520
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
4
Frequency
3.20
2.50
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 740
Adreno 810 480MHz
RAM
16
8
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
N/A
Capacity
512
256
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
N/A
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, on the side
Yes, in screen
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Yes
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
N/A
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
DTS / DTS X, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
1361789
823249
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 92% of devices
Overall performance better than 84% of devices
Cooling system
No
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
0.22mm ultra-thin VC, Ultra-high thermal conductivity graphite + thermal gel + heat dissipation copper foil, Multi-layer 3D heat dissipation system in the heat-conducting middle frame, Total heat dissipation area of 29000mm²
N/A

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Pros and Cons

Honor Magic V2

Strengths

Gorgeous natural-looking pictures
Improved battery life
Enhanced AI features
Stylish design
Impressive processor performance
Compact size

Weaknesses

No pop-up selfie camera
Limited storage options
No under-display selfie camera

realme 14 Pro+

Strengths

For $27,999, the Realme 14 Pro+ is a killer package that offers great value for money.
The device features a good display that provides super battery life, reliable cameras, and impressive performance.
The phone's 120Hz refresh rate is optimized well by Realme, making everything feel super snappy and responsive.
The device comes with a huge 6,000 mAh battery that can last for 1.5 to 2 days on heavy use.
The 80 W charger quickly charges the phone from 0 to 100% in about 45-55 minutes.
The Realme 14 Pro+ is highly recommendable, especially considering its competitive price point.

Weaknesses

The device lacks NFC, which may be a surprise for some users, but it's not a deal-breaker since many people don't use this feature.
The phone comes with a lot of bloatware apps pre-installed, which can be annoying and take up storage space.
There is no headphone jack on the Realme 14 Pro+, which may be a drawback for some users who prefer wired audio connections.
The device's storage type is UFS 3.1, but it would have been nice to see faster storage options like UFS 4.0 or even SSD storage.
The phone's interface is optimized well, but the app drawer can feel cluttered with all the pre-installed apps and bloatware.
There are some minor complaints about the device's performance in certain benchmarks, although it still performs well in day-to-day use.
Read Full Reviews

Honor Magic V2

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realme 14 Pro+

In the realm of smartphones, few devices have managed to balance performance, camera capabilities, and battery life as seamlessly as the Realme 14 Pro+. Priced at an affordable $27,999, this device promises a powerhouse experience without breaking the bank. With a robust Snapdragon chipset, up to 12GB of RAM, and a whopping 6000mAh battery, it's clear that Realme has aimed high with this latest offering. But does it deliver on its lofty expectations?

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