Key Highlights

• Honor launches Magic 8 Pro Air and Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design in China
• Magic 8 Pro Air focuses on ultra-slim design with flagship-grade cameras
• Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the RSR model uses Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
• Sales begin January 23 via Honor’s official store

Honor has officially launched the Honor Magic 8 Pro Air in China alongside the premium Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design. The launch matters because Honor is pushing a new flagship direction. Instead of going bulky, the company is betting on extreme thinness, lighter weight, and high-end cameras.

The phone measures just 6.1mm and weighs 155 grams. That makes it one of the slimmest flagship phones in 2026. This move places Honor directly in the same design conversation as Apple’s rumoured iPhone Air strategy.

Honor Magic 8 Pro Air: Price and availability explained

The Honor Magic 8 Pro Air price in China starts at CNY 4,999 (around Rs. 65,000) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant.

Higher variants go up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, priced at CNY 5,999 (roughly Rs. 78,000).

The phone will go on sale starting January 23 through Honor’s online store. Buyers can choose from Fairy Purple, Light Orange, Feather White, and Shadow Black colour options.

What are the key specifications of Honor Magic 8 Pro Air?

The phone runs Android 16-based MagicOS 10. It features a 6.31-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 6,000 nits.

Powering the phone is the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset with clock speeds reaching 4.21GHz. The phone supports up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage.

Despite its slim body, Honor packs a 5,500mAh battery. It supports 80W wired and 50W wireless fast charging.

Camera and durability: where Honor stands out

The Honor Magic 8 Pro Air features a triple rear camera setup. It includes a 50-megapixel main sensor with OIS, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide camera, and a 64-megapixel periscope telephoto lens.

On the front, users get a 50-megapixel selfie camera with 4K video support.

Despite its thin frame, the phone carries IP68 and IP69 ratings, making it resistant to dust and water.

What about the Honor Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design?

The Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design sits at the top of the lineup. Prices start at CNY 7,999 (around Rs. 1.04 lakh).

The Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design sits at the top of the lineup. Prices start at CNY 7,999 (around Rs. 1.04 lakh).

Final takeaway

With the Honor Magic 8 Pro Air, Honor is clearly redefining flagship priorities. The phone focuses on thin design, balanced performance, and advanced cameras. As a result, it positions itself as a serious alternative to ultra-light premium phones. The phone now sets a clear benchmark in the slim flagship category.