MagicBook Pro 14 2026 vs MagicBook 14 2026: OLED or matte screen?

HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 2026 y MagicBook 14 2026, vista frontal

These are HONOR’s two most complete 14-inch laptops for 2026, and on the basics they tie: both have a 92 Wh battery, weigh around 1.4 kg, have a 1 TB SSD, a 1080p camera and same-generation Intel Core Ultra processors. The real decision comes down to the screen, the ports and how much you want to spend. Here are the differences, using the spec sheet of each model.

The two spec sheets, side by side

MagicBook Pro 14 2026MagicBook 14 2026
Screen14.6" 3.1K OLED (3120×2080), 3:2, 120 Hz, 700 nits peak, 100% DCI-P3, touch14" LCD 2880×1800, 16:10, 120 Hz, 430 nits, 100% sRGB, matte anti-glare
ProcessorCore Ultra 5 338H, Core Ultra X7 358H or Core Ultra X9 388H, depending on versionCore Ultra 5 336H or Core Ultra X7 358H, depending on version
GraphicsIntel Arc B370 (Ultra 5) or Arc B390 (Ultra X9)Integrated Intel (Ultra 5) or Arc B390 (Ultra X7)
Memory32 GB LPDDR5x on every version16 or 32 GB LPDDR5X
Storage1 TB SSD1 TB SSD, two M.2 slots
Battery92 Wh, up to 16.7 h of office work; 50% in 30 min92 Wh, up to 15.6 h of office work; 51% in 30 min; 100 W GaN charger
Weight and thickness1.37 kg · 15.9 mm1.39 kg · 16.5–18.9 mm
Ports1× Thunderbolt 4 · 1× USB-C 3.2 Gen2 · 2× USB-A · HDMI 2.1 · 3.5 mm jack2× USB-C 3.2 Gen2 · 2× USB-A · HDMI 2.1 · 3.5 mm jack · no Thunderbolt
Camera1080p FHD1080p FHD
ColoursStarry Grey · White · GreenStarry Grey · Gold

The screen is the big difference

The Pro 14 has a 3.1K touch OLED: true blacks, 700 nits peak and full DCI-P3, the colour space used in cinema and much photo and video editing. Its 3:2 format is taller, which suits documents and web pages.

The MagicBook 14 has a matte 2880×1800 LCD with 430 nits and 100% sRGB, the web standard. Its advantage is the anti-glare finish: next to a window or under strong overhead light it is easier on the eyes and easier to read. It is not a touchscreen.

Battery and weight: practically a tie

Both have 92 Wh and weigh almost the same (1.37 kg for the Pro, 1.39 kg for the MagicBook 14). HONOR’s battery-life figures are close, 16.7 h against 15.6 h, and so is fast charging. The Pro is slightly thinner.

Ports: Thunderbolt only on the Pro

The Pro 14 has a Thunderbolt 4 port, useful for a high-resolution monitor, a dock or a fast external drive on a single cable. The MagicBook 14 has two full-function USB-C ports that handle charging, an external display and data, but not Thunderbolt.

Performance and memory

The Pro 14 always comes with 32 GB and goes up to a Core Ultra X9 388H. The MagicBook 14 starts at 16 GB and tops out at a Core Ultra X7 358H with Arc B390 graphics. For office work, study and browsing, both have plenty in hand; for serious editing, pick the 32 GB, Arc B390 version of either.

The MagicBook 14 has two M.2 slots so you can add a second SSD later; the Pro 14 spec sheet does not mention this.

Price

EU price, VAT included (October 2026): with Core Ultra 5 and 32 GB, the Pro 14 costs €1,799 and the MagicBook 14 €1,599 (a €200 difference). With Core Ultra X7 358H and 32 GB, it is €1,899 against €1,829 (a €70 difference). The MagicBook 14 with 16 GB starts at €1,499. Prices may change; the current price is always on each product page.

Which one should you choose?

Choose the MagicBook Pro 14 2026 if… the screen matters most to you (photos, video, streaming, design), you want a touchscreen, or you need Thunderbolt 4. →

Choose the MagicBook 14 2026 if… you work long hours under bright light and prefer a matte screen, 16 GB is enough or you want to spend less, or you like the option of adding a second SSD. →

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