Honor Magic V5 vs Xiaomi Civi 1S
The Honor Magic V5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V5 leads — 68/100 vs 35/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V5 has the bigger battery (5820 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 217g).
Honor Magic V5
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Bigger battery: 5820 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 55W
- Higher performance (63/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 217g
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 28/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 23/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic V5 vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Honor Magic V5 scores 33 points higher (68/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V5 leads (63/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V5 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V5 leads (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (55/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (63/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V5 (92/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V5 (55/100 vs 23/100).
| Specification | Honor Magic V5 | Xiaomi Civi 1S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2663720 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2172x2352 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5820 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 55W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 150 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, MagicOS 10, up to 7 major Android upgrades | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 156.8×145.9×4.1 mm | 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 166 g | |
| Price | $1259 | — |
Honor Magic V5
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Honor Magic V5
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2172x2352
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic V5
- 5820 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 8:27 hrs, total 21:30 hrs
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Civi 1S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (63/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (80/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (65/100 vs 32/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V5 (92/100 vs 28/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V5 (55/100 vs 23/100).
Which is better: the Honor Magic V5 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S by 33 points (68/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic V5 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Honor Magic V5 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic V5 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Honor Magic V5 leads on camera score (80/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic V5 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Honor Magic V5 leads on performance (63/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic V5 over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?
The Honor Magic V5 is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.