HONOR 600 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The HONOR 600 is the cheaper one to own: around £461 over a typical contract, £199 less than the Samsung Galaxy S26.
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11 reviews
Prices updated 25 July 2026
HONOR 600
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Samsung Galaxy S26
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 10 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.57" | 6.3" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2728 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 409 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 6,400 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, LHDC 5 | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156 x 74.7 x 7.8 mm | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 185 grams | 167 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£79.00 upfront |
£26.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £399.00 | £569.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR 600 or Samsung Galaxy S26 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 600 is cheaper on contract at £461.16 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £79.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR 600 or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR 600 has the bigger screen at 6.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26's 6.3", the HONOR 600 has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 409, and the HONOR 600 uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR 600 features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR 600 or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR 600 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 and Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR 600 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR 600 and Samsung Galaxy S26 use?
The HONOR 600 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 600 or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is the more portable of the two: it's 18g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR 600 is rated IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mi, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR 600 and Samsung Galaxy S26 run?
The HONOR 600 runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S26 runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.