Honor Magic 5 Pro vs Nothing Phone (2)
The Verdict
Honor Magic 5 Pro delivers flagship performance with superior specs across nearly every dimension. Its 6.81-inch display boasts higher resolution (2848 x 1312) and brightness (1800 nits) compared to Nothing Phone 2's 1600 nits, providing noticeably better outdoor visibility. Camera capabilities favor Honor with a dedicated 3.5x telephoto lens, faster 66W charging, and stronger 50W wireless charging versus Nothing's 15W. Build quality edges toward Honor with IP68 versus IP54 water resistance. Nothing Phone 2 counters with a $300 price advantage, lighter build (201g), and impressive design with its signature glyph interface. Both use Snapdragon processors, though Honor's Gen 2 outpaces Nothing's Gen 1. For users prioritizing performance, camera versatility, and charging speed, Honor Magic 5 Pro justifies its premium. Budget-conscious buyers seeking solid mid-flagship experience will appreciate Nothing Phone 2's value proposition and unique aesthetic.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the Nothing Phone (2) if…
- →Iconic transparent design with improved Glyph lights
- →Snappy Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance
- →Clean Nothing OS software experience
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
Nothing Phone (2)
Pros
- Iconic transparent design with improved Glyph lights
- Snappy Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 performance
- Clean Nothing OS software experience
- Wireless and reverse wireless charging
- Bright LTPO AMOLED display
Cons
- Only IP54 rated
- No telephoto camera
- USB-C limited to USB 2.0 speeds
- Glyph Interface is more novelty than utility
Full Specifications
| Spec | Honor Magic 5 Pro | Nothing Phone (2) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (MagicOS 7.1) | Android 13, Nothing OS 2.0 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 219 g | 201 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, nano-crystal glass back | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.77 mm | 162.1 x 76.4 x 8.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Sony IMX906 | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX890 |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.4, 3D ToF | 32 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 50 MP, f/3.0, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.0 | 50 MP, f/2.2, 114-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5100 mAh | 4700 mAh |
| Charging | 66W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | 50W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.81 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 2848 x 1312 | 2412 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1800 | 1600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X2 + 3x2.75 GHz A710 + 4x1.8 GHz A510) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 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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