HONOR 600 Smart vs HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G

Our Verdict: HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G pulls ahead for storage thanks to up to 512GB storage versus 128GB, plus 1312 x 2848 resolution rather than 720 x 1592. There is still a sensible reason to pick HONOR 600 Smart: 7,700 mAh compared with 5,100 mAh matters when battery capacity is high on your list. In short, HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is for more storage headroom; HONOR 600 Smart is for larger battery capacity.

Buying outright, the Smart starts at £248 SIM-free.

Screen
6.87" 6.81"
Display
IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) LTPO OLED
Resolution
720 x 1592 1312 x 2848
Pixels Per Inch
254 460
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Battery
7,700 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage
128GB 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
Yes 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
168.3 x 78.5 x 8.3 mm 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm
Weight
180 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£11.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£247.99 £486.00

Prices updated 28 July 2026

HONOR 600 Smart HONOR 600 Smart HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
Screen 6.87" 6.81"
Display IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) LTPO OLED
Resolution 720 x 1592 1312 x 2848
Pixels Per Inch 254 460
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Battery 7,700 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage 128GB 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth Yes 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 168.3 x 78.5 x 8.3 mm 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm
Weight 180 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £11.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
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SIM-free £247.99 £486.00
Prices updated 28 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

HONOR 600 Smart
HONOR 600 Smart

24 Months

128GB

Velvet Black

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£11.99 per month, £9 upfront.

Use code: CASH2 (£2)

HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G

512GB

Black

Refurbished

From £486

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 600 Smart or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.9", the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 254, and the HONOR 600 Smart uses a IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) panel while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 Smart or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 600 Smart features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR 600 Smart or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 600 Smart is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £247.99.

What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 Smart and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 600 Smart is available in 128GB, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR 600 Smart and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G use?

The HONOR 600 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 600 Smart or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR 600 Smart is lighter but the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is more compact. It's 39g lighter at 180 grams, though the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is actually the more compact phone at 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm, the HONOR 600 Smart is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 Smart or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 600 Smart is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR 600 Smart and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G run?

Both phones run Android.