Google Pixel 5 vs Honor Magic 5 Pro
The Verdict
Comparing these devices reveals a significant generational and performance gap. Google Pixel 5 offers a compact 6.0-inch OLED display with 90Hz refresh rate and solid 12.2MP camera with excellent computational photography, paired with the mid-range Snapdragon 765G and 4080mAh battery. Honor Magic 5 Pro substantially upgrades nearly every category: larger 6.81-inch 120Hz LTPO display reaching 1800 nits brightness, flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, triple 50MP camera setup with 3.5x optical zoom, and 5100mAh battery supporting 66W wired charging. Magic 5 Pro weighs 219g versus Pixel 5's 151g, making it considerably heavier. For budget-conscious buyers seeking reliable daily performance, Pixel 5 remains competent; however, Magic 5 Pro's superior display, processing power, charging speeds, and camera versatility justify the $200 premium for users prioritizing flagship capabilities and future longevity.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 5 if…
- →Compact and lightweight at 151 g
- →90Hz smooth OLED display
- →Excellent camera with Night Sight and astrophotography
Buy the Honor Magic 5 Pro if…
- →Triple 50 MP camera system with excellent 3.5x periscope telephoto
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 delivers flagship performance
- →50W wireless charging is among the fastest available
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 5
Pros
- Compact and lightweight at 151 g
- 90Hz smooth OLED display
- Excellent camera with Night Sight and astrophotography
- Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging
- IP68 water resistance
Cons
- Mid-range Snapdragon 765G in a $699 phone
- No telephoto camera
- 8 MP selfie camera is dated
- Only 128 GB storage option
- Bio-resin coating scratches easily
Honor Magic 5 Pro
Pros
- Triple 50 MP camera system with excellent 3.5x periscope telephoto
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 delivers flagship performance
- 50W wireless charging is among the fastest available
- IP68 water resistance with 5100 mAh battery
- 3D face unlock via ToF sensor is fast and secure
Cons
- Thick and heavy at 219 g and 8.77 mm
- MagicOS software is heavily skinned — not stock Android
- Brand recognition is lower than Samsung or Apple in Western markets
- 66W wired charging is slower than competitors like OnePlus 100W
- Limited global after-sales service network
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Honor Magic 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 11 | Android 13 (MagicOS 7.1) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 151 g | 219 g |
| Material | Aluminum unibody, bio-resin coating | Aluminum frame, nano-crystal glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 144.7 x 70.4 x 8.0 mm | 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.77 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony IMX906 |
| Front camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 12 MP, f/2.4, 3D ToF |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.0 |
| Telephoto | — | 50 MP, f/3.0, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4080 mAh | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 66W wired |
| Wireless charging | 12W wireless | 50W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.0 inches | 6.81 inches |
| Type | OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2848 x 1312 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 1x2.2 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 620 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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