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12 vs Magic5 Ultimate

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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12
· 2024

12

$799
79.9/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
79.9
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100
Magic5 Ultimate
· 2023

Magic5 Ultimate

$1399
79.9/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
79.9
Benchmark
Performance95/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy 12:
  • ✓29g lighter chassis (205g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$600 lower launch MSRP ($799 vs $1399)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Magic5 Ultimate:
  • ✓Larger 5,450 mAh battery capacity (+450 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.81" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification12Magic5 Ultimate
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLED / OLED displayAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.7"6.81"
Resolution & DensityN/A N/A
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB16 GB
Internal Storage256GBN/A
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight205 g234 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedNot certified
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,450 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/AN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
BluetoothBluetooth 5.3+Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-CUSB Type-C
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$799$1399
Editorial Lab Verdict

12 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.9/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, 12 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy 12:
Lighter body: 205g (29g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $799 (save $600)
When to buy Magic5 Ultimate:
Larger battery capacity: 5,450 mAh (+450 mAh more) · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: 12 vs Magic5 Ultimate

Which phone is better: 12 or Magic5 Ultimate?

12 leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.9/100 compared to Magic5 Ultimate (79.9/100), driven by advantages in Lighter body: 205g (29g lighter in hand) and Lower launch price: $799 (save $600).

What are the primary battery and display differences between 12 and Magic5 Ultimate?

12 is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Magic5 Ultimate features a 6.81-inch display and 5450 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between 12 and Magic5 Ultimate?

In lab hardware evaluations, 12 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Magic5 Ultimate scores 84/100.

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