iPhone 16 Pro vs Magic5: Which One Should You Buy?

Magic5 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 76.1/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2024

iPhone 16 Pro

iPhone 16 Pro
76/ 100
Launch price$999
Honor · 2023

Magic5

Magic5
76/ 100
Launch price$999
Head-to-head

iPhone 16 Pro wins 3 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 16 Pro
iPhone 16 Pro
3 wins
Magic5
Magic5
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 16 ProMagic5
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    80
    80
  • CameraiPhone 16 Pro
    85
    84
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    60
    60
  • BatteryMagic5
    58
    86
  • DisplayiPhone 16 Pro
    88
    62
  • ConnectivityiPhone 16 Pro
    100
    0
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueTie
    55
    55
Key differences
  • Magic5 has the bigger battery5,100 mAh vs 3,582 mAh
  • Magic5 has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • Magic5 has the bigger screen6.81" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 16 Pro is lighter199 g vs 204 g
  • iPhone 16 Pro has the faster chipApple A18 Pro vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 16 Pro
  • ✓5 g lighter (199 g), easier to hold
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Magic5
  • ✓Bigger 5,100 mAh battery (+1,518 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.81" display

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 16 ProMagic5
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLEDNot listed
Screen Size6.3"6.81"
Resolution & Density2622x1206 (460 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
Brightness2,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A18 Pro (3nm)Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (6-core)Adreno 740
Operating SystemiOS 18Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1024GBN/A
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Sony IMX90350 MP
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.8, OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/1.912 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 iPhone 16 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions149.6 x 71.5 x 8.25 mmN/A
Weight199 g204 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Magic5 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity3,582 mAh5,100 mAh
Wired Fast Charging27W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Not listed
Bluetooth5.3Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$999$999
Our verdict

Magic5 wins — BeastScore 76.1/100

After comparing all the specs, Magic5 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 76.1 vs top rival 76.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+1,518 mAh more).

Buy iPhone 16 Pro if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 27W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

Buy Magic5 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 76.1 vs top rival 76.0 · Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+1,518 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 16 Pro or Magic5?

Magic5 leads with an overall BeastScore of 76.1/100 compared to iPhone 16 Pro (76.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 76.1 vs top rival 76.0 and Larger battery capacity: 5,100 mAh (+1,518 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 16 Pro and Magic5?

iPhone 16 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 3582 mAh battery. Magic5 has a 6.81-inch display and 5100 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 16 Pro and Magic5 compare for speed?

iPhone 16 Pro scores 80/100 for performance; Magic5 scores 80/100.

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