Magic 7 Ultimate
200 MP periscope with f/1.4-2.0 variable aperture — Honor's Ultra-tier camera flagship.
The Magic 7 Ultimate is a flagship Honor smartphone released Jan 2025, with a launch price of $960. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Elite with a 6.8" LTPO OLED 120 Hz display, a 50 MP · f/1.4 OIS main camera and a 5,850 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 88/100 — Honor's Ultra-tier camera answer to Xiaomi 15 Ultra. Standout strengths: 200 mp periscope rare at this size. and variable f/1.4-2.0 main aperture. Main trade-off: china-only — no global rom.
Honor's Ultra-tier camera answer to Xiaomi 15 Ultra.
Magic 7 Ultimate pairs a variable-aperture 50 MP main with a true 200 MP periscope — the same telephoto class as Galaxy S25 Ultra — at $960 in China. Against Xiaomi 15 Ultra (1-inch main) and Vivo X200 Pro (Zeiss), it wins on telephoto reach but trails on global availability.
Read the full review- 200 MP periscope rare at this size.
- Variable f/1.4-2.0 main aperture.
- 16 GB / 512 GB base storage.
- IP69 + NanoCrystal Shield.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Magic 7 Ultimate compares
| Magic 7 Ultimate | Pixel 9 Pro XL | Honor Magic 7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 88 | 88 | 88 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G4 | SD 8 Elite |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED 120 Hz | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED |
| Main camera | 50 MP · f/1.4 OIS | 50 MP · f/1.68 | 50 MP · f/1.4-2.0 |
| Battery | 5,850 mAh | 5,060 mAh | 5,270 mAh |
| Launch price | $960 | $1,099 | $1,099 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Magic 7 Ultimate released?
The Magic 7 Ultimate was released in Jan 2025.
How much does the Magic 7 Ultimate cost?
The Magic 7 Ultimate launched at $960 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Magic 7 Ultimate screen size and type?
The Magic 7 Ultimate has a 6.8" LTPO OLED 120 Hz display, reaching up to 5,000 nits peak peak brightness.
What chipset does the Magic 7 Ultimate use?
The Magic 7 Ultimate is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Magic 7 Ultimate have?
The Magic 7 Ultimate ships with 16 GB · 512 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Magic 7 Ultimate battery capacity?
The Magic 7 Ultimate has a 5,850 mAh battery.
How fast does the Magic 7 Ultimate charge?
The Magic 7 Ultimate supports 100 W SuperCharge wired charging.
Does the Magic 7 Ultimate have wireless charging?
The Magic 7 Ultimate supports 80 W wireless charging.
What is the Magic 7 Ultimate main camera?
The Magic 7 Ultimate has a 50 MP · f/1.4 OIS main camera.
Does the Magic 7 Ultimate have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Magic 7 Ultimate includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 200 MP periscope, 3× optical, OIS.
Does the Magic 7 Ultimate have 5G?
The Magic 7 Ultimate supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the Magic 7 Ultimate waterproof?
The Magic 7 Ultimate is rated IP68 / IP69 for dust and water resistance.
How long will the Magic 7 Ultimate get software updates?
The Magic 7 Ultimate update policy: 4 OS + 5 yr security.
How much does the Magic 7 Ultimate weigh?
The Magic 7 Ultimate weighs 230 g.
What colours does the Magic 7 Ultimate come in?
The Magic 7 Ultimate is available in 3 colours: Sand, Tundra Black, Glacier Blue.
Is the Magic 7 Ultimate worth buying?
Magic 7 Ultimate pairs a variable-aperture 50 MP main with a true 200 MP periscope — the same telephoto class as Galaxy S25 Ultra — at $960 in China. Against Xiaomi 15 Ultra (1-inch main) and Vivo X200 Pro (Zeiss), it wins on telephoto reach but trails on global availability. SpecEagle gives the Magic 7 Ultimate an editorial score of 88/100.
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