Honor Magic4 Ultimate vs Oppo Find X5 Pro: Which Flagship Reigns Supreme?

Both the Honor Magic4 Ultimate and Oppo Find X5 Pro represent the pinnacle of Android smartphone engineering, arriving with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (or MediaTek’s Dimensity 9000 in some regions). This comparison dissects their key differences, focusing on charging speeds, display quality, and performance nuances to determine which device delivers the best overall experience.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For users prioritizing the absolute fastest charging and a potentially more consistent performance experience, the Honor Magic4 Ultimate emerges as the winner. Its 100W wired and 50W wireless charging significantly outpace the Oppo Find X5 Pro, and the consistent Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 across all regions avoids potential chipset variability.

PHONES
Phone Names Honor Magic4 Ultimate Oppo Find X5 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 411, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 66 - Global
5G bands1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 18, 20, 25, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - Global
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5GGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China
Launch
Announced2022, March 172022, February 24
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, April 22Available. Released 2022, March 14
Body
BuildGlass front, ceramic back, aluminum frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), ceramic back or eco leather back, aluminum frame
Dimensions163.6 x 74.7 x 11.4 mm (6.44 x 2.94 x 0.45 in)163.7 x 73.9 x 8.5 or 8.8 mm
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + eSIM
Weight242 g (8.54 oz)218 g or 195 g (6.88 oz)
 IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Display
ProtectionScratch-resistant glassCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution1312 x 2848 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density)
Size6.81 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~93.0% screen-to-body ratio)6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~89.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+LTPO2 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, BT.2020, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM), 1300 nits (peak)
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) - GlobalOcta-core (1x3.05 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) - China
ChipsetQualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) - GlobalMediatek Dimensity 9000 (4 nm) - China
GPUAdreno 730Adreno 730 - GlobalMali-G710 MC10 - China
OSAndroid 12, Magic UI 6Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal512GB 12GB RAM256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panoramaHasselblad Color Calibration, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.12", 1.4µm, PDAF 64 MP, f/2.2, 126˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm 64 MP, f/3.5, 90mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.5", PDAF TOF 3D (depth)-
Single12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)32 MP, f/2.4, 21mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Triple-50 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS (3-axis sensor-shift, 2-axis lens-shift) 13 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 2x optical zoom, PDAF 50 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 110˚ (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10-bit video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps; gyro-EIS; HDR, 10‑bit video
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDRPanorama
Single12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)32 MP, f/2.4, 21mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 24-bit audio stereo recording-
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a)GPS (L1), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTGUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
 -Oppo Find X5 Pro Dimensity model has no MariSilicon X image chip, 5-axis OIS and Hasselblad’s color calibration
Battery
Charging100W wired, 100% in 30 min 50W wireless 5W reverse wireless 5W reverse wired80W wired, PD, 50% in 12 min 50W wireless, 100% in 47 min 10W reverse wireless
TypeLi-Po 4600 mAhLi-Po 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsCeramic Black, Ceramic WhiteCeramic Black, Ceramic White, Blue (eco leather)
ModelsLGE-AN20PFEM10, CPH2305, PFFM20
PriceAbout 1150 EUR€ 449.00 / $ 430.24 / £ 1,049.00
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 101h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -24.7 LUFS (Very good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 1012896 (v9) GeekBench: 3433 (v5.1) GFXBench: 44fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Honor Magic4 Ultimate

  • Significantly faster wired and wireless charging
  • Consistent Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 across all regions
  • Reverse wired charging capability

  • Battery capacity not specified
  • Display brightness potentially lower than Oppo

Oppo Find X5 Pro

  • Brighter display (762 nits)
  • Dimensity 9000 variant offers potential efficiency gains (China)
  • Solid battery endurance (101h)

  • Slower charging speeds compared to Honor
  • Chipset variability (Snapdragon vs Dimensity)

Display Comparison

The Oppo Find X5 Pro boasts a measured peak brightness of 762 nits, offering excellent visibility in direct sunlight. While the Honor Magic4 Ultimate’s peak brightness isn’t specified, the Find X5 Pro’s figure provides a clear advantage in outdoor scenarios. Both devices likely employ LTPO technology for adaptive refresh rates, conserving battery life. The Find X5 Pro’s ‘Infinite’ contrast ratio (nominal) suggests a high-quality OLED panel, but without detailed color accuracy data, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner beyond peak brightness.

Camera Comparison

Both devices are described as having capable Photo/Video cameras, but specific sensor details are lacking. The absence of information regarding sensor size, aperture, or OIS makes a direct comparison difficult. We can assume both utilize multi-camera systems, but without specifics, it’s impossible to assess image quality differences. The lack of detail regarding the 2MP macro cameras on either device suggests they are likely present for marketing purposes rather than significant photographic utility.

Performance

Both phones utilize the Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm) in global markets, meaning CPU performance – with its 1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2, 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710, and 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510 cores – will be largely identical. However, the Oppo Find X5 Pro offers a China-specific variant with the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4nm), featuring slightly higher clock speeds (1x3.05 GHz Cortex-X2, 3x2.85 GHz Cortex-A710). While the Dimensity 9000 often demonstrates strong multi-core performance, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is known for its GPU prowess. Thermal management will be crucial; both chips are prone to throttling under sustained load, but the Honor’s potentially more aggressive cooling solution (not specified in the data) could provide an edge.

Battery Life

The Oppo Find X5 Pro has an endurance rating of 101 hours, indicating solid battery life. The Honor Magic4 Ultimate’s battery capacity is not specified, but its charging capabilities are a standout feature. The 100W wired charging promises a full charge in just 30 minutes, significantly faster than the Oppo’s 80W charging (50% in 12 minutes). Furthermore, the Honor supports 50W wireless charging, compared to the Oppo’s 50W, and offers 5W reverse wired charging, while the Oppo only offers 10W reverse wireless. This charging speed advantage is a major differentiator for the Honor.

Buying Guide

Buy the Honor Magic4 Ultimate if you need blazing-fast charging, consistently high performance across all regions, and are willing to potentially sacrifice some display brightness. Buy the Oppo Find X5 Pro if you prioritize a slightly brighter display, a potentially more efficient chipset (Dimensity 9000 in China), and a well-rounded camera experience with a focus on video capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Oppo Find X5 Pro's Dimensity 9000 chip overheat during extended gaming sessions?
The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 is generally known for efficient thermal management, but both the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Dimensity 9000 are prone to throttling under sustained heavy load. The Oppo Find X5 Pro’s cooling system will play a crucial role in mitigating this, but users should expect some performance reduction during prolonged gaming.
❓ How much faster is the Honor Magic4 Ultimate's 100W charging in real-world use compared to the Oppo's 80W?
The Honor Magic4 Ultimate's 100W charging can fully charge the device in approximately 30 minutes, while the Oppo Find X5 Pro takes longer. This translates to a significant time saving, especially for users who frequently need to top up their battery quickly. The difference is most noticeable in the initial stages of charging.
❓ Is the 2MP macro camera on either phone worth using for detailed close-up shots?
Generally, 2MP macro cameras on flagship phones are more of a marketing feature than a genuinely useful tool. The low resolution limits detail and image quality. While they can capture close-up shots, the results are often underwhelming compared to using the main camera with digital zoom.
❓ Does the Oppo Find X5 Pro support high frame rate gaming, like 90fps in PUBG?
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (and Dimensity 9000) are capable of supporting high frame rates in demanding games like PUBG. However, achieving a consistent 90fps will depend on the game's optimization and the phone's thermal management. Expect some frame rate fluctuations during intense gameplay.