Honor Magic5 Pro vs Honor Magic5: A Detailed Comparison

Honor's Magic series consistently delivers impressive smartphones, and the Magic5 Pro and Magic5 are no exception. Both pack the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, but significant differences exist. This comprehensive comparison will help you decide which model best suits your priorities.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Honor Magic5 Pro emerges as the clear winner, offering a brighter display, superior camera capabilities, faster wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging. However, the Magic5 remains a compelling option for those prioritizing core performance and a slightly more budget-friendly price point.

PHONES
Phone Names	Honor Magic5 Pro	Honor Magic5

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - China
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA - China	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - China
Speed	HSPA, LTE, 5G	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO

Launch
Announced	2023, February 27	2023, February 27
Status	Available. Released 2023, March 31	Available. Released 2023, March 31

Body
Build	Glass front, glass back or eco leather back	Glass front, glass back or eco leather back
Dimensions	162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm (6.41 x 3.02 x 0.35 in)	161.4 x 75.5 x 7.8 mm (6.35 x 2.97 x 0.31 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	219 g (7.72 oz)	191 g (6.74 oz)
	IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)	-

Display
Resolution	1312 x 2848 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)	1224 x 2688 pixels (~439 ppi density)
Size	6.81 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~91.0% screen-to-body ratio)	6.73 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~90.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1800 nits (peak)	OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1600 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 740	Adreno 740
OS	Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, MagicOS 8	Android 13, MagicOS 7.1

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM
	UFS 4.0	UFS

Main Camera
Features	Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama	Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)	12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm
Triple	50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.12" 1.4µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/3.0, 90mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 13mm, 122˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", AF TOF 3D (depth)	54 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.49", PDAF 32 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 2.5x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.0, 13mm, 122˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.5", AF
Video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10-bit video	4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10, 10-bit video

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR
Single	12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)	12 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide), 1.22µm
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	No	No
35mm jack	No	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
	24-bit audio stereo recording	24-bit audio stereo recording

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Infrared port	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes	Yes
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a)	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a)
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 3.1, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (under display, optical), Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	66W wired 50W wireless Reverse wireless 5W reverse wired	66W wired 5W reverse wired
Type	Market-dependent versions:· Li-Po 5100 mAh (Global)· Si/C Li-Ion 5450 mAh (China only)	Li-Po 5100 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Meadow Green, Blue, Purple, Orange	Black, Glacier Blue, Green, Purple, Orange
Models	PGT-AN10, PGT-N19	PGT-AN00, PGT-N09
Price	£ 799.99 / € 407.79	About 900 EUR

Tests
Battery life	Endurance rating 109h	-
Camera	Photo / Video	-
Display	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)	-
Loudspeaker	-24.6 LUFS (Very good)	-
Performance	GeekBench: 4378 (v5.1), 5096 (v6)	-

Honor Magic5 Pro

Brighter Display
Superior Camera System
Faster Wireless Charging (50W)
Reverse Wireless Charging
Excellent Battery Life

Higher Price
Potentially Larger Size/Weight

Honor Magic5

More Affordable
Flagship Performance (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2)
Sleek Design

Less Bright Display
Less Advanced Camera
No Wireless Charging
No Reverse Wireless Charging

Display Comparison

The Magic5 Pro boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured peak of 1227 nits compared to the Magic5's likely lower brightness (estimated around 1000 nits based on typical Magic series performance). Both offer excellent contrast ratios, with the Pro's listed as 'Infinite' (nominal), suggesting exceptional black levels. The Pro's higher brightness provides better visibility in direct sunlight.

Camera Comparison

This is where the Magic5 Pro truly shines. While both offer excellent camera systems, the Pro features a more advanced setup with likely larger sensors and potentially additional lenses (telephoto lens is expected on the Pro). The Pro's camera is expected to deliver superior image quality, especially in low-light conditions, and enhanced video recording capabilities. The Magic5's camera is still very capable, but not at the Pro's level.

Performance

Both devices share the same Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and CPU configuration, ensuring comparable processing power for demanding tasks, gaming, and multitasking. Real-world performance differences will likely be minimal, primarily dependent on software optimization.

Battery Life

The Magic5 Pro demonstrates impressive battery endurance, with an active use score of 12:06h and an endurance rating of 115h. The Magic5, while not explicitly stated, is expected to offer good battery life, though likely slightly less than the Pro. The Magic5 Pro also supports 50W wireless charging and reverse wireless charging, features absent in the Magic5.

Buying Guide

The Honor Magic5 Pro is ideal for photography enthusiasts, power users who demand the best display and charging speeds, and those who value premium features. The Honor Magic5 is a great choice for users seeking flagship performance without the Pro's added cost and advanced features like reverse wireless charging.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the Honor Magic5 Pro worth the extra cost?

If you prioritize camera quality, a brighter display, and faster charging, the Magic5 Pro is worth the investment. If you're on a tighter budget and primarily need flagship performance, the Magic5 is a solid choice.

❓ What are the key differences between the two phones?

The main differences lie in the display brightness, camera capabilities, charging speeds (especially wireless), and the inclusion of reverse wireless charging on the Magic5 Pro. Both offer the same powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor.