Fresh leaks from China are sparking excitement for HONOR’s upcoming compact powerhouse, the HONOR Magic8 Mini. Spotted on Weibo under the codename ‘Lindy,’ this pint-sized flagship promises a rare blend of premium specs in a slim, one-handed design—think iPhone Mini vibes but with HONOR’s signature flair.
Vibrant Color Options and Ultra-Compact Build
The Magic8 Mini will dazzle with four eye-catching shades: feather white, shadow black, light orange, and fairy purple (via machine translation). Leakers describe it as a “compact flagship that’s thin and lightweight,” perfect for users tired of oversized phablets.
At the heart is a 6.3-inch display—matching the footprint of rivals like the Xiaomi 17 and Vivo X300—making single-handed use a breeze. Previous rumors point to a sharp 1.5K resolution, a sleek metal frame for durability, and an advanced ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor that outshines traditional optical scanners.
MediaTek Dimensity 9500: Power in a Tiny Package
Powering the device is the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, a step down from the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in the standard Magic8 and Pro models, but still flagship-grade for gaming and AI tasks. HONOR’s expanding Magic8 family already includes the Pro (launching in Europe January 2026) and the budget-friendly Magic8 Lite from earlier this month.
Other teased specs include a massive 5,500mAh battery squeezed into a sub-7mm thin body, plus a pro-level camera setup: 200MP main sensor paired with a 50MP telephoto (1/1.5-inch sensor). The leaker hints the phone “is ready, accelerating,” signaling an imminent 2026 debut.
HONOR continues to dominate China’s premium market with innovative form factors. Will the Magic8 Mini bring compact flagships back to global stardom? Stay tuned for official confirmation.