HONOR Magic V5 5G vs HONOR Magic Vs 5G
Our verdict: At 403 PPI, the HONOR Magic V5 5G delivers the crisper display. For photography, the HONOR Magic Vs 5G leads with a 54MP main camera. Front-camera quality goes to the HONOR Magic V5 5G at 20MP. You'll barely notice the HONOR Magic V5 5G in your pocket at 222g.
HONOR Magic V5 5G
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HONOR Magic Vs 5G
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| Screen | 7.95" | 7.9" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Foldable OLED |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1984 x 2272 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 382 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 54 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm | 160.3 x 72.6 x 12.9 mm |
| Weight | 222 grams | 261 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m | Not rated |
| Contracts |
£44.99/mo
£159.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £1497.00 | £560.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR Magic Vs 5G?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 8", the HONOR Magic V5 5G has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 382, and the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic Vs 5G has a Foldable OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR Magic Vs 5G?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic Vs 5G has a 54 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 V5 5G or HONOR Magic Vs 5G?
The HONOR Magic Vs 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £560.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V5 5G and HONOR Magic Vs 5G?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is available in 512GB, while the HONOR Magic Vs 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and HONOR Magic Vs 5G use?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the HONOR Magic Vs 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR Magic Vs 5G?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic V5 5G is lighter but the HONOR Magic Vs 5G is more compact. It's 39g lighter at 222 grams, though the HONOR Magic Vs 5G is actually the more compact phone at 160.3 x 72.6 x 12.9 mm, the HONOR Magic V5 5G is slimmer at 8.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR Magic Vs 5G?
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, while the HONOR Magic Vs 5G is rated Not rated.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and HONOR Magic Vs 5G run?
Both phones run Android.