Category Breakdown
Camera
X9b
Main sensor resolution (108 MP)
WinsBattery
X9b
Battery capacity (5,800 mAh)
WinsCharging
Magic5 Ultimate
Wired charging speed (66W)
WinsPerformance
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AnTuTu benchmark
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Magic5 Ultimate
Screen size (6.81")
WinsWeight
X9b
Total weight (185g)
WinsValue
Magic5 Ultimate
Specs-per-dollar (server score) (6.9/10)
WinsFull Spec Comparison
| Spec | Magic5 Ultimate | X9b |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.81" | 6.78" | |
| 1,312 × 2,848 | 1,220 × 2,652 | |
| LTPO OLED | AMOLED | |
| 120Hz | 120Hz | |
| 1,800 nits | 1,200 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Triple | Triple | |
| 3.5x | — | |
| Yes | No | |
| Face ID, Fingerprint (under display, Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, compass, gyro, proximity, ultrasonic) | Fingerprint (under display, Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, compass, gyro, optical), proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) | |
| 16 GB | 12 GB | |
| 512 GB | 512 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 5,450 mAh | 5,800 mAh | |
| 66W | 35W | |
| 50W | No | |
Build | ||
| 217g | 185g | |
| 8.8mm | 8mm | |
| Glass front, eco leather back | glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | |
| IP68 | not rated | |
| Flagship | Mid-Range | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Honor Magic5 Ultimate
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Honor X9b
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Honor X9b
Highest resolution main camera.