Honor Magic8 vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
The Honor Magic8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410; launch prices were $625 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 leads — 88/100 vs 16/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 205g).
Honor Magic8
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 99
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 319
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 159g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $625
- Better portability (82/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic8 vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016, the Honor Magic8 scores 72 points higher (88/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Honor Magic8 — 88/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 0/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (82/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Honor Magic8 | Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 | |
| AnTuTu | 4037547 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 99 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 319 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic OLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2760x1256 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.1×74.0×8.0 mm | 145.8×72.3×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $625 | $220 |
Honor Magic8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Honor Magic8
- 6.6" Dynamic OLED
- Resolution: 2760x1256
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Honor Magic8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 80W
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 3100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $405. Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 was $405 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (98/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 (82/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Honor Magic8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor Magic8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 by 72 points (88/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic8 and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor Magic8 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor Magic8 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic8 or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor Magic8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic8 over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor Magic8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is a better fit for everyday use.