Category Breakdown
Camera
Magic9 Pro Max
Main sensor resolution (200 MP)
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Magic9 Pro Max
Battery capacity (8,800 mAh)
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Magic9 Pro Max
Wired charging speed (100W)
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X500 Pro Max
Screen size (6.85")
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X500 Pro Max
Total weight (225g)
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Specs-per-dollar (server score)
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| Spec | Magic9 Pro Max | X500 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
Display | ||
| 6.8" | 6.85" | |
| 1,320 × 2,868 | 1,440 × 3,168 | |
| LTPO OLED | LTPO AMOLED | |
| 120Hz | 144Hz | |
| 10,000 nits | 4,400 nits | |
Camera | ||
| 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Triple | Triple | |
| 3.5x | 3.5x | |
| Yes | Yes | |
| Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, compass, gyro, proximity | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), Satellite connectivity support (1TB 12GB RAM only; for China), accelerometer, compass, gyro, proximity | |
Performance | ||
| Qualcomm SM8975 Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Mediatek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| 16 GB | 16 GB | |
| 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
Battery | ||
| 8,800 mAh | 8,000 mAh | |
| 100W | 90W | |
| 80W | 40W | |
Build | ||
| 233g | 225g | |
| 8.6mm | 8.1mm | |
| Glass front glass back / aluminum back aluminum frame | Glass front aluminum frame glass back or glass-fiber reinforced plastic back | |
| IP68 | IP68 | |
| Ultra Flagship | Ultra Flagship | |
Who Each Phone Is Really For
If your priorities differ from the verdict above, start here.
Best overall value
Honor Magic9 Pro Max
Highest value score — most specs per dollar.
Budget pick
Honor Magic9 Pro Max
Lowest price while still competitive.
Photography
Honor Magic9 Pro Max
Highest resolution main camera.