Honor Magic4 Pro vs HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G

Our verdict: With 64MP on the rear, the Honor Magic4 Pro has the higher-resolution camera. For a lighter carry, the Honor Magic4 Pro wins at 209g. Without a contract, the Honor Magic4 Pro is the better deal at £192.00 SIM-free.

Screen
6.81" 6.81"
Display
LTPO OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
1312 x 2848 1312 x 2848
Pixels Per Inch
460 460
Rear Camera
64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB 512GB
OS
Android 12 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
163.6 x 74.7 x 9.1 mm 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm
Weight
209 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£192.00 £270.00
Honor Magic4 Pro Honor Magic4 Pro HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
Screen 6.81" 6.81"
Display LTPO OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 1312 x 2848 1312 x 2848
Pixels Per Inch 460 460
Rear Camera 64 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB 512GB
OS Android 12 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 163.6 x 74.7 x 9.1 mm 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm
Weight 209 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £192.00 £270.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Honor Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and both use LTPO OLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the Honor Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The Honor Magic4 Pro features a 64 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 Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The Honor Magic4 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £192.00.

What storage options are available for the Honor Magic4 Pro and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The Honor Magic4 Pro is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Honor Magic4 Pro and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G use?

The Honor Magic4 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm), 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 Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The Honor Magic4 Pro is the more portable of the two — it's 10g lighter at 209 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 163.6 x 74.7 x 9.1 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Honor Magic4 Pro or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Honor Magic4 Pro and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G run?

The Honor Magic4 Pro runs Android 12 and the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.