Honor Magic5 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 81.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Honor Magic5 Lite
Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G
Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G wins 3 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedHonor Magic5 Lite7970
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatterySamsung Galaxy M17e 5G8695
- DisplaySamsung Galaxy M17e 5G8489
- ConnectivitySamsung Galaxy M17e 5G5565
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie8585
- Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 5,100 mAh
- Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.67"
- Honor Magic5 Lite is lighter175 g vs 199 g
- Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.1
- Honor Magic5 Lite has more RAM8 GB vs 6 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G wins — BeastScore 81.8/100
The Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 5,100 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.67"). The Honor Magic5 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (175 g vs 199 g).
More RAM: 8 GB vs 6 GB · Lighter: 175 g vs 199 g (24 g less)
Larger battery: 6,000 mAh vs 5,100 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Honor Magic5 Lite or Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 5,100 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.67"). The Honor Magic5 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (175 g vs 199 g). BeastScore: Honor Magic5 Lite 82.0/100, Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G 81.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Honor Magic5 Lite and Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G?
Honor Magic5 Lite has a 6.67-inch display and 5100 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.
How do Honor Magic5 Lite and Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G compare for speed?
Honor Magic5 Lite scores 79/100 for performance; Samsung Galaxy M17e 5G scores 70/100.
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