HONOR Magic5 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
HONOR Magic5 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
HONOR Magic5 Pro
Xiaomi 17T 5G
HONOR Magic5 Pro wins 5 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsHONOR Magic5 Pro8780
- Camerafrom specsHONOR Magic5 Pro8232
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryHONOR Magic5 Pro8866
- Displayfrom specsHONOR Magic5 Pro9285
- ConnectivityHONOR Magic5 Pro8075
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 5,100 mAh
- HONOR Magic5 Pro has the bigger screen6.81" vs 6.59"
- Xiaomi 17T 5G is lighter200 g vs 219 g
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 12 MP
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.1
- HONOR Magic5 Pro has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄HONOR Magic5 Pro wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The HONOR Magic5 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.81" vs 6.59") and faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,100 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 5,100 mAh · Lighter: 200 g vs 219 g (19 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: HONOR Magic5 Pro or Xiaomi 17T 5G?
The HONOR Magic5 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.81" vs 6.59") and faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,100 mAh). BeastScore: HONOR Magic5 Pro 86.0/100, Xiaomi 17T 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between HONOR Magic5 Pro and Xiaomi 17T 5G?
HONOR Magic5 Pro has a 6.81-inch display and 5100 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17T 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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