HONOR Magic V5 5G vs HONOR X 5c Plus
Our verdict: Over a typical contract, expect to pay £1006.00 less with the HONOR X 5c Plus than the HONOR Magic V5 5G. Visuals favour the HONOR Magic V5 5G — it's both bigger at 8" and sharper at 403 PPI. If selfies matter, the HONOR Magic V5 5G leads with a 20MP front-facing lens. Portability goes to the HONOR X 5c Plus at 186g.
HONOR Magic V5 5G
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HONOR X 5c Plus
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| Screen | 7.95" | 6.74" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 720 x 1600 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 260 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 5 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 64GB, 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm | 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 222 grams | 186 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Contracts |
£44.99/mo
£159.00 upfront |
£8.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1297.00 | £77.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR X 5c Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper on contract at £251.56 over the life of the deal from £8.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the HONOR X 5c Plus's 6.7", the HONOR Magic V5 5G has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 260, and the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the HONOR X 5c Plus has a TFT LCD.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR X 5c Plus 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 V5 5G or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £77.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V5 5G and HONOR X 5c Plus?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is available in 512GB, while the HONOR X 5c Plus comes in 64GB, 128GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and HONOR X 5c Plus use?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the HONOR X 5c Plus uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR X 5c Plus?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR X 5c Plus is lighter but the HONOR Magic V5 5G is more compact. It's 36g lighter at 186 grams, though the HONOR Magic V5 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, the HONOR X 5c Plus is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or HONOR X 5c Plus?
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 X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and HONOR X 5c Plus run?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G runs Android and the HONOR X 5c Plus runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.