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HONOR Magic5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A08

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Honor ยท 2023

HONOR Magic5 Pro

HONOR Magic5 Pro
86/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy A08

Samsung Galaxy A08
86/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS HONOR Magic5 Pro BETTER THAN Samsung Galaxy A08?

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HONOR Magic5 ProWinner ๐Ÿ†
Samsung Galaxy A08

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORHONOR Magic5Samsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,100 mAh6,000 mAh+6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66WStandard66W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.81"6.7"6.81"
Chassis Weight219gN/A219g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy HONOR Magic5 Pro:
  • โœ“780g lighter chassis (219g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • โœ“$8900 lower launch MSRP ($1099 vs $9999)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy A08:
  • โœ“Larger 6,000 mAh battery capacity (+900 mAh more capacity)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • โœ“6.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationHONOR Magic5 ProSamsung Galaxy A08
1. Display & Screen๐Ÿ† Samsung Galaxy A08 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechLTPO OLEDAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.81"6.7"
Resolution & Density2848x1312 (460 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance๐Ÿ† HONOR Magic5 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Helio G99
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics๐Ÿ† HONOR Magic5 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.6, OIS, HONOR FALCON50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto Zoom50 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.9, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.216 MP
7. Body & Dimensions๐Ÿ† HONOR Magic5 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions162.9 x 75.6 x 8.77 mmN/A
Weight219 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging๐Ÿ† Samsung Galaxy A08 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,100 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging66W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless Charging50W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.1Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1099Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

HONOR Magic5 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, HONOR Magic5 Pro ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose HONOR Magic5 Pro:
Significantly faster wired charging: 66W vs max 0W ยท Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)
When to choose Samsung Galaxy A08:
Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+900 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: HONOR Magic5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A08

Which is better: HONOR Magic5 Pro or Samsung Galaxy A08?

HONOR Magic5 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy A08 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 66W vs max 0W and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

What are the primary battery and display differences between HONOR Magic5 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A08?

HONOR Magic5 Pro is equipped with a 6.81-inch display and 5100 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy A08 features a 6.7-inch display and 6000 mAh battery.

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