Honor MagicPad 3 Pro Debuts with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 165Hz Display, and 12,450mAh Battery, Honor MagicPad 3 12.5 Also Launched

Highlights

• Honor MagicPad 3 Pro debuts as the first tablet with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
• It features a 13.3-inch 3.2K LCD display with 165Hz refresh rate, 16GB RAM, up to 512GB storage and 12,450mAh battery with 80W fast charging.
• A smaller 12.5-inch Honor MagicPad 3 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has also been launched.
• Prices start at CNY 3,999 (₹49,300) for the Pro and CNY 2,999 (₹37,000) for the 12.5-inch model.

Alongside its new Magic 8 series smartphones, Honor has introduced the MagicPad 3 Pro, a premium tablet that marks a major milestone for the brand. It is the first tablet powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, positioning it firmly in the flagship segment. Here’s a detailed look at what the MagicPad 3 Pro brings to the table.

Honor MagicPad 3 Pro – Key Specifications

The Honor MagicPad 3 Pro features a 13.3-inch 3.2K LCD display with a 165Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 1,100 nits. Its design closely mirrors the recently launched MagicPad 3, featuring a slim 5.79mm aluminium chassis and a square rear camera module.

Under the hood, the tablet is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, the same chip found in the Honor Magic 8 Pro smartphone. It comes with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, running MagicOS 10 based on Android 16.

The MagicPad 3 Pro packs a massive 12,450mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging with a 66W charger included in the box. For photography, the tablet features a 13MP main camera with an f/2.0 aperture and a 2MP macro lens, while the front houses a 9MP selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture for clear video calls and selfies.

In terms of connectivity, the device includes Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port.

For accessories, Honor offers a Magic Pencil 3 stylus and a Smart Touch Keyboard to enhance productivity. Audio is another strong point of the MagicPad 3 Pro, as it comes equipped with an 8-speaker system and three built-in microphones for superior sound and voice clarity during calls.

Honor MagicPad 3 12.5 Variant

Honor also introduced a 12.5-inch version of the MagicPad 3, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. This variant retains the same 13MP rear and 8MP front cameras, 10,100mAh battery, and 165Hz 3K LCD display, packaged in a smaller and lighter design.

Pricing and Availability

The Honor MagicPad 3 Pro is available in Glossy Gold, Starry Sky Gray, and Moon Shadow White colour options. Buyers can choose from three configurations, 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 512GB. The base model is priced at CNY 3,999 (approximately ₹49,300).

Meanwhile, the MagicPad 3 12.5-inch model is offered in Starry Night, Moon Shadow White, Purple, and Pine Tree Green colours, starting at CNY 2,999 (roughly ₹37,000).

All models and variants are now available for pre-order in China via Honor’s official online store.

FAQs

Q1. What makes the Honor MagicPad 3 Pro stand out among flagship tablets?

Answer. The MagicPad 3 Pro is the first tablet to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It also boasts a 13.3-inch 3.2K LCD display with a 165Hz refresh rate, an ultra-slim 5.79mm aluminium body, and a massive 12,450mAh battery with 80W fast charging.

Q2. What are the camera and audio features of the MagicPad 3 Pro?

Answer. It includes a 13MP main rear camera with an f/2.0 aperture, a 2MP macro lens, and a 9MP front camera for selfies and video calls. The tablet also features an 8-speaker system and three microphones for enhanced audio and voice clarity.

Q3. What accessories are available for the MagicPad 3 Pro?

Answer. Honor offers the Magic Pencil 3 stylus and a Smart Touch Keyboard, both designed to boost productivity and creative use on the tablet.

Q4. How does the MagicPad 3 12.5 differ from the Pro version?

Answer. The 12.5-inch variant is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, has a slightly smaller 10,100mAh battery, and retains the same 165Hz 3K LCD display and camera setup. It comes in a more compact and lightweight design, with pricing starting at CNY 2,999 (approx. ₹37,000).

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https://www.mymobileindia.com/honor-magic-8-and-magic-8-pro-with-magicos-10-confirmed-to-launch-on-october-15/

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