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HONOR Magic V2 vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

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

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Honor · 2023

HONOR Magic V2

HONOR Magic V2
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,599 USD
Google

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G BETTER THAN HONOR Magic V2?

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HONOR Magic V2
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5GWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORHONOR MagicGoogle PixelLEADER
Refresh Rate90Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,115 mAh+5,115 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66WStandard66W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size7.92"6.8"7.92"
Chassis Weight231gN/A231g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy HONOR Magic V2:
  • 768g lighter chassis (231g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • $8400 lower launch MSRP ($1599 vs $9999)
  • 50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G:
  • Larger 5,115 mAh battery capacity (+115 mAh more capacity)
  • 50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • 6.8" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationHONOR Magic V2Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechLTPO OLEDAMOLED
Screen Size7.92"6.8"
Resolution & Density2344x2156 (410 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,500 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 HONOR Magic V2 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Google Tensor G6
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512GB / 1024GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 HONOR Magic V2 Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Sony IMX90650 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2N/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 Lens16 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 HONOR Magic V2 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions156.7 x 145.4 x 9.9 mmN/A
Weight231 gN/A
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🏆 HONOR Magic V2 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,115 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66W wired fast chargingFast charging
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 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.1USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
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$1599Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Google Tensor G6 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy HONOR Magic V2:
Significantly faster wired charging: 66W vs max 0W · Significantly larger display: 7.92" vs max 6.8" for media & multitasking
When to buy Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.8 vs top rival 84.5 · Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: HONOR Magic V2 vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G

Which phone is better: HONOR Magic V2 or Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G?

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.8/100 compared to HONOR Magic V2 (84.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.8 vs top rival 84.5 and Smoother display: 120Hz refresh rate vs 90Hz.

What are the primary battery and display differences between HONOR Magic V2 and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G?

HONOR Magic V2 is equipped with a 7.92-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G features a 6.8-inch display and 5115 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between HONOR Magic V2 and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, HONOR Magic V2 scores 88/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G scores 80/100.

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