Honor Magic 6 Pro vs Nokia X30 5G
The Verdict
Honor Magic 6 Pro delivers flagship performance with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, stunning 5000-nit LTPO OLED display, and exceptional camera versatility featuring a 180MP telephoto lens with 2.5x optical zoom. Battery capacity reaches 5600 mAh with 80W wired and 66W wireless charging. Nokia X30 5G prioritizes sustainability using 100% recycled materials and sustainability credentials, paired with a capable Snapdragon 695, AMOLED display, and reliable ZEISS camera optics. However, it maxes out at 4200 mAh battery, 33W charging, and 90Hz refresh rate. At nearly double the price, Honor Magic 6 Pro justifies premium positioning through superior display quality, processing power, charging speeds, and advanced telephoto imaging. For users prioritizing eco-consciousness and budget constraints, Nokia X30 5G offers solid mid-range performance. For flagship capabilities and cutting-edge features, Magic 6 Pro is the clear choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Honor Magic 6 Pro if…
- →5000 nits peak brightness — one of the brightest phone displays
- →Variable aperture f/1.4 main camera
- →5600 mAh silicon-carbon battery
Buy the Nokia X30 5G if…
- →Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- →100% recycled materials in the frame and back for sustainability
- →ZEISS optics produce natural, sharp photos
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Honor Magic 6 Pro
Pros
- 5000 nits peak brightness — one of the brightest phone displays
- Variable aperture f/1.4 main camera
- 5600 mAh silicon-carbon battery
- 66W wireless charging is extremely fast
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers flagship performance
Cons
- Heavy at 227 g
- Limited availability outside China and Europe
- MagicOS not as polished as One UI or iOS
- 180 MP telephoto only 2.5x zoom
- Limited third-party case selection
Nokia X30 5G
Pros
- Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- 100% recycled materials in the frame and back for sustainability
- ZEISS optics produce natural, sharp photos
- IP67 water resistance and wireless charging at this tier
- Clean, near-stock Android experience
Cons
- Snapdragon 695 is underpowered compared to alternatives at $449
- 90Hz refresh rate instead of 120Hz competitors
- 4200 mAh battery is modest for 5G usage
- Limited availability in some markets
- Camera processing can be slow to capture and process shots
Full Specifications
| Spec | Honor Magic 6 Pro | Nokia X30 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, MagicOS 8.0 | Android 12 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 227 g | 185 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, nano-crystal glass | 100% recycled aluminum frame, recycled plastic back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Dimensions | 162.5 x 75.8 x 8.9 mm | 158.9 x 73.9 x 7.99 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.4-2.0, variable aperture, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, ZEISS optics |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 180 MP, f/2.4, 2.5x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP, f/2.0 | 13 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 6 GB / 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5600 mAh | 4200 mAh |
| Charging | 80W wired | 33W wired |
| Wireless charging | 66W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.78 inches | 6.43 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1280 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 5000 | 700 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz + 3x3.15 GHz + 2x2.96 GHz + 2x2.27 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.7 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.1 |
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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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