Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs Honor Magic5 Pro - Detailed Phone Comparison

Detailed Comparison

Specification

General

Launch Date February 17, 2023 March 31, 2023
Release Year 2023 2023

Physical

Volume 91.39 cm³ 109.95 cm³
Screen Size to Weight Ratio 3.37 "/g 3.11 "/g
Weight 196 g 219 g
Height 157.8 mm 162.9 mm
Width 76.2 mm 76.7 mm
Thickness 7.6 mm 8.8 mm
Foldable Design No No
Available Colors
  • Green
  • Graphite
  • Phantom Black
  • Lavender
  • Cream
  • Lime
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Purple
  • Orange
  • Meadow Green

Display

Screen Size 6.6 " 6.81 "
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1312 x 2848
Aspect Ratio 19.5:9 19.5:9
Screen-to-Body Ratio 88.9 % 91 %
Pixel Density 393 PPI 460 PPI
Refresh Rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Typical Brightness N/A N/A
HBM Brightness 1200 nits N/A
Peak Brightness 1750 nits 1800 nits

Hardware

Battery Capacity per Screen Area 107.90 mAh/in² 109.97 mAh/in²
Battery Density 51.43 mAh/cm³ 46.38 mAh/cm³
Battery Capacity 4700 mAh 5100 mAh
NFC Support Yes Yes
Chipset Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Adreno 740 Adreno 740

Connectivity

USB Version 3.2 3.1
OTG Support 1 1
DisplayPort 1
DisplayPort Version N/A 1.2
USB Features USB Type-C 3.2, OTG USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2

Software

Operating System Android Android
Initial OS Version 13 13
Maximum OS Version 17 14

Comparison Summary

1. Specifications Comparison

FeatureSamsung Galaxy S23+Honor Magic5 ProPractical Impact
Design
Dimensions (mm)157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8Magic5 Pro is taller, wider, and thicker. S23+ is more pocketable.
Weight (g)196219S23+ is noticeably lighter, reducing hand fatigue during extended use.
Display
Size (inches)6.66.81Magic5 Pro offers a slightly larger screen for more immersive content consumption.
Resolution1080 x 23401312 x 2848Magic5 Pro has a sharper display (460 ppi vs 393 ppi), resulting in crisper text and images.
Panel TypeDynamic AMOLED 2XLTPO OLEDBoth offer excellent color and contrast. LTPO on Magic5 Pro allows for dynamic refresh rate adjustment, potentially saving battery.
Peak Brightness (nits)17501800Magic5 Pro can get slightly brighter, improving outdoor visibility.
Performance
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Gen 2Snapdragon 8 Gen 2Both phones offer top-tier performance with negligible real-world differences despite minor clock speed variations.
RAM (GB)812Magic5 Pro's extra RAM could improve multitasking and app switching speeds, especially with demanding applications.
Camera
Main Camera (MP)5050Comparable resolution, but sensor size and aperture differ. Magic5 Pro's larger sensor (1/1.12") and wider aperture (f/1.6) likely capture more light in low-light conditions.
Ultrawide (MP)12.250Magic5 Pro boasts a significantly higher resolution ultrawide, capturing more detail.
Telephoto (MP)1050Magic5 Pro offers a much higher resolution telephoto lens, enabling superior zoom capabilities.
DXOMark Score133152Magic5 Pro scores significantly higher in DXOMark tests, indicating superior overall camera performance.
Battery
Capacity (mAh)47005100Magic5 Pro has a larger battery, potentially lasting longer on a single charge.
Fast Charging (W)4566Magic5 Pro charges significantly faster.

2. Key Differences Analysis

Samsung Galaxy S23+ Advantages:

  • More Compact and Lighter: Easier to handle and carry.
  • Potentially Longer Software Support: Samsung is known for providing longer software updates compared to Honor.

Honor Magic5 Pro Advantages:

  • Larger, Sharper Display: More immersive media consumption.
  • More RAM: Better multitasking performance.
  • Significantly Better Camera System: Superior image quality, especially in low light and zoom scenarios.
  • Larger Battery and Faster Charging: Longer battery life and quicker charging times.

3. User Profiles & Recommendations

Samsung Galaxy S23+: Users prioritizing one-handed usability, software updates, and a compact form factor. Ideal for everyday tasks, social media, and light content consumption.

Honor Magic5 Pro: Users who value a large, high-quality display, top-notch camera performance, long battery life, and fast charging. Suitable for power users, mobile gamers, photographers, and videographers.

4. Decision Framework

Key Questions for Buyers:

  1. What screen size and portability do you prefer?
  2. How important is camera quality to you?
  3. What is your budget and how much do you value software updates?

Scenario-Based Recommendations:

  • Prioritize portability and software updates: S23+
  • Prioritize display, camera, and battery: Magic5 Pro

My Choice: Honor Magic5 Pro

While the S23+ offers a more compact design and potentially longer software support, the Honor Magic5 Pro's superior camera system, larger and sharper display, faster charging, and larger battery make it the more compelling device for me. I prioritize these features for my personal use, which includes mobile photography, media consumption, and productivity tasks. The difference in DXOMark scores, combined with the superior camera hardware specifications, clearly indicate a significantly better photographic experience with the Magic5 Pro. The larger battery and faster charging address a key pain point for me – battery anxiety. While software updates are important, the hardware advantages of the Magic5 Pro outweigh the potential difference in software update longevity in my personal use case.

Emily Harper
Emily Harper

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