HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs HONOR Magic V5 5G

Our Verdict: The clearest split between HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic V5 5G is display quality against screen size. For the 7 Pro, that means a sharper 453 PPI display, its LTPO OLED panel, and a higher-resolution 200MP rear camera. The V5 5G is easier to recommend for a larger 8-inch screen, its Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel, and a larger 5,820 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Go with the 7 Pro for display quality; lean toward the V5 5G if screen size is higher on your list.

Over a full contract, the 7 Pro works out around £1401 all-in, about £479 less than the V5 5G.

Expert Rating
4.1
13 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.8" 7.95"
Display
LTPO OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1280 x 2800 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch
453 403
Rear Camera
200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
5,270 mAh 5,820 mAh
Storage
512GB 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm
Weight
223 grams 222 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m
Contracts
£113.17/mo (£30.00 upfront) £153.08/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£459.00 £944.46
HONOR Magic 7 Pro HONOR Magic 7 Pro HONOR Magic V5 5G HONOR Magic V5 5G
Expert Rating 4.1
13 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.8" 7.95"
Display LTPO OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1280 x 2800 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch 453 403
Rear Camera 200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 5,270 mAh 5,820 mAh
Storage 512GB 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm
Weight 223 grams 222 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m
Contracts £113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront
£153.08/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £459.00 £944.46
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR Magic 7 Pro
HONOR Magic 7 Pro

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£113.17 a month, £30 upfront.

HONOR Magic V5 5G
HONOR Magic V5 5G

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£153.08 a month, £30 upfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is cheaper on contract at £1400.54 over the life of the deal from £113.17 per month with £30.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the HONOR Magic 7 Pro's 6.8", the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the sharper display at 453 pixels per inch versus 403, and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the HONOR Magic V5 5G has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V5 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 Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £459.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic V5 5G use?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (223 grams vs 222 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the HONOR Magic V5 5G is rated IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m.

What operating system do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and HONOR Magic V5 5G run?

Both phones run Android.