Honor continues to push the boundaries of luxury smartphone design with its latest collaboration with Porsche Design. The new Magic 7 RSR represents a fusion of cutting-edge mobile technology with iconic automotive aesthetics, targeting consumers who seek both premium performance and distinctive design.
Design and Build
The Honor Magic 7 RSR showcases a striking design inspired by the Porsche Taycan Turbo S. The camera housing cleverly mimics the car's windshield and headlights, while the color options - Agate Grey and Provence - are directly borrowed from Porsche's prestigious palette. The Provence variant particularly stands out with its elegant purple hue, demonstrating Honor's attention to premium aesthetics.
Color Options:
- Agate Grey
- Provence (Purple hue)
Technical Specifications
At its core, the Magic 7 RSR builds upon the foundation of the Magic 7 Pro with several notable enhancements. The device features a 6.8-inch LTPO OLED display with a 120Hz dynamic refresh rate and impressive 5,000 nits peak brightness for HDR content. The display incorporates a 4,320Hz PWM dimming frequency and comes protected by Honor's proprietary NanoCrystal Shield.
Key Specifications:
- Display: 6.8" LTPO OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 5,000 nits peak brightness
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Memory: 24GB RAM, 1TB Storage
- Battery: 5,850 mAh
- Camera System: 200MP periscope telephoto (3x zoom), 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide
- Protection Rating: IP68 and IP69
- Price: €1,799
Performance and Storage
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite platform, the RSR variant comes with an impressive 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage - double the capacity of its standard counterpart. This configuration ensures smooth multitasking and ample space for media storage.
Camera System
The device features an advanced camera setup including a 200MP periscope telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, a 50MP primary sensor, and a 50MP ultrawide lens offering a 122-degree field of view. The system is enhanced by a special LiDAR Matrix Autofocus System with 1,200-point LiDAR Matrix and dual magnetic focus actuator, promising superior focusing accuracy and tracking capabilities.
Battery and Audio
The Magic 7 RSR houses a substantial 5,850 mAh battery, matching the Chinese version of the Magic 7 Pro and exceeding the global variant's 5,270 mAh capacity. A unique addition is the HONOR Surround Subwoofer system, featuring a specially designed cavity within the phone's body to enhance bass frequencies and overall audio performance.
Availability and Pricing
The Honor Magic 7 RSR will be available across Europe starting February 21, 2025, with a price tag of €1,799 (approximately USD $1,850) for the 24GB/1TB model. While this represents a premium over the standard Magic 7 Pro's €1,300 price point, it's more accessible than its predecessor, the Magic 6 RSR, which approached USD $2,000.