Trump - who won the tournament in 2019 and 2023 - capitalised on several of Hawkins' errors, effectively exploiting any openings presented by his opponent.
This dominance was evident throughout the match, with Trump compiling impressive breaks of 59, 60, and 56 to establish a commanding 5-0 lead.
While Hawkins managed to secure a frame with a commendable 70 break, Trump ultimately sealed the victory with a 112 break, setting the stage for a quarter-final showdown against China's Ding Junhui on Friday.
Trump said the first frame was vital to put him en route to the comprehensive win.
"The first frame kind of turned the whole game," Trump told the BBC.
"He was a bit unlucky. I didn't see if it was a plant, but a couple of times, he knocked a ball in.
"You have to be so careful because, I'm not exaggerating, that just turns the match. If he gets in and makes a break, then he settles down and I miss an easy ball in the next frame, it's 2-0 or 3-0 the other way.
"The first frame is so important. Whenever I win that first frame I seem to be able to gain momentum.
"Little things like that can change the game."
The second last-16 match of the day features 2018 Masters champion Mark Allen of Northern Ireland facing off against Chinese debutant Si Jiahui, scheduled for 19:00 GMT.