Honor Magic V2 vs Honor X9c 5G
Compare Honor Magic V2 vs Honor X9c 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 5000mAh vs 6600mAh battery…
Honor
Honor Magic V2
$699
4categories won
Honor
Honor X9c 5G
$329
5categories won
4 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor X9c 5G takes the overall win
The Honor X9c 5G proves superior overall against the Honor Magic V2, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor X9c 5G takes the lead, while the Honor Magic V2 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Honor X9c 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor Magic V2 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor X9c 5G takes battery honors offering 6,600 mAh alongside 66W charging.
Honor Magic V2 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version.
Honor X9c 5G takes photography with 108MP optics.
Honor X9c 5G wins on budget and value at $329 compared to $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor Magic V2 vs Honor X9c 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.78" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1224 x 2700 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 437 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nits | 4000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | — | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,580,000Winner | 585,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 5450Winner | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | — | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 108 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 2 |
| Ultrawide | — | 5 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 16 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,600 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 66 W | 66 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 231 g | 189 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.7 mmWinner | 7.98 mm |
| Water resistance | No official IP rating | IP65M (360-degree water resistance) |
| Build | — | Anti-drop curved body, circular halo camera deco, Anti-Drop Ultra-Bounce Glass |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | Android 14 |
| OS updates | — | 3 years |
| Security updates | — | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Honor X9c 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $329Winner |
Honor Magic V2
Honor Magic V2 revolutionized book-style foldables with a record-shattering 9.9mm folded thickness (4.7mm unfolded), weighing only 231g, featuring dual 3840Hz PWM dimming displays, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version silicon, and dual silicon-carbon 5000mAh battery.
- Display
- 7.92"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0)
Honor X9c 5G
Dubbed the 'Ultra-Tough' champion, the Honor X9c 5G is engineered with a revolutionary 3-layer anti-drop matrix certified to survive 2-meter impacts onto marble, 360-degree IP65M water resistance, extreme temperature resistance (-30°C to 55°C), and a colossal 6,600mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 108MP
- Battery
- 6,600mAh