Honor Magic V5 vs Xiaomi 17 Max 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Honor Magic V5
Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
Too close to call: 1 of 5 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie9595
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryXiaomi 17 Max 5G9195
- DisplayHonor Magic V59489
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie8585
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the bigger battery8,000 mAh vs 5,820 mAh
- Honor Magic V5 has the bigger screen7.95" vs 6.9"
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Honor Magic V5 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Honor Magic V5 for its bigger screen (7.95" vs 6.9"), or the Xiaomi 17 Max 5G for its bigger battery (8,000 mAh vs 5,820 mAh) and faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite).
Larger display: 7.95" vs 6.9"
Larger battery: 8,000 mAh vs 5,820 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Honor Magic V5 or Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?
It's a close call. Pick the Honor Magic V5 for its bigger screen (7.95" vs 6.9"), or the Xiaomi 17 Max 5G for its bigger battery (8,000 mAh vs 5,820 mAh) and faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite). BeastScore: Honor Magic V5 89.3/100, Xiaomi 17 Max 5G 89.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Honor Magic V5 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?
Honor Magic V5 has a 7.95-inch display and 5820 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has a 6.9-inch display and 8000 mAh battery.
How do Honor Magic V5 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G compare for speed?
Honor Magic V5 scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi 17 Max 5G scores 95/100.
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