Magic 5
The standard Magic 5 — triple 50 MP and curved screen.
The Magic 5 is a flagship Honor smartphone released Mar 2023, with a launch price of €899. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with a 6.73" curved AMOLED 120 Hz display, a 50 MP · f/1.9 main camera and a 5,100 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — The value entry to the Magic 5 series. Standout strengths: triple 50 mp incl. 3.5× tele. and sd8 gen 2 + wi-fi 7. Main trade-off: ip54 only (not ip68).
The value entry to the Magic 5 series.
Magic 5 delivers a triple 50 MP camera with 3.5× tele, SD8 Gen 2 and wireless charging at €899. IP54 (not IP68) is the notable cut vs the Pro.
Read the full review- Triple 50 MP incl. 3.5× tele.
- SD8 Gen 2 + Wi-Fi 7.
- 66 W + 50 W wireless.
- Curved LTPO panel.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Magic 5 compares
| Magic 5 | iPhone 13 Pro Max | Magic V Flip | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Display | 6.73" curved AMOLED 120 Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.8" inner LTPO + 4.0" cover OLED |
| Main camera | 50 MP · f/1.9 | 12 MP · f/1.5 | 50 MP · f/1.7 OIS |
| Battery | 5,100 mAh | 4,352 mAh | 4,800 mAh |
| Launch price | €899 | $1,099 | $960 (CN ¥6,699) |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Magic 5 released?
The Magic 5 was released in Mar 2023.
How much does the Magic 5 cost?
The Magic 5 launched at €899 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Magic 5 screen size and type?
The Magic 5 has a 6.73" curved AMOLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Magic 5 use?
The Magic 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Magic 5 have?
The Magic 5 ships with 8 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Magic 5 battery capacity?
The Magic 5 has a 5,100 mAh battery.
How fast does the Magic 5 charge?
The Magic 5 supports 66 W wired charging.
Does the Magic 5 have wireless charging?
The Magic 5 supports 50 W wireless charging.
What is the Magic 5 main camera?
The Magic 5 has a 50 MP · f/1.9 main camera.
Does the Magic 5 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Magic 5 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 50 MP, 3.5× optical.
Does the Magic 5 have 5G?
The Magic 5 supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the Magic 5 waterproof?
The Magic 5 is rated IP54 for dust and water resistance.
How long will the Magic 5 get software updates?
The Magic 5 update policy: 3 major OS.
How much does the Magic 5 weigh?
The Magic 5 weighs 191 g.
What colours does the Magic 5 come in?
The Magic 5 is available in 3 colours: Black, Green, Orange.
Is the Magic 5 worth buying?
Magic 5 delivers a triple 50 MP camera with 3.5× tele, SD8 Gen 2 and wireless charging at €899. IP54 (not IP68) is the notable cut vs the Pro. SpecEagle gives the Magic 5 an editorial score of 80/100.
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