HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Our Verdict: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the clearer hardware case here, led by storage options up to 1000GB. Against that, HONOR Magic 7 Pro offers a sharper 50MP front camera. Most buyers should lean toward Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra for more built-in storage headroom, but HONOR Magic 7 Pro is the neater choice for selfies and video calls.

The S24 Ultra is the cheaper one to own: around £904 over a typical contract, £492 less than the Magic 7 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.1
13 reviews
4.6
11 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.8"
Display
LTPO OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
1280 x 2800 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch
453 501
Rear Camera
200 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
5,270 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
Nano 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, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm
Weight
223 grams 232 grams
Water Resistance
IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£113.17/mo (£30.00 upfront) £35.00/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£549.00 £399.99

Prices updated 13 July 2026

HONOR Magic 7 Pro HONOR Magic 7 Pro Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Expert Rating 4.1
13 reviews
4.6
11 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.8"
Display LTPO OLED Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1280 x 2800 1440 x 3088
Pixels Per Inch 453 501
Rear Camera 200 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 5,270 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 512GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type Nano 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, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm
Weight 223 grams 232 grams
Water Resistance IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £113.17/mo
£30.00 upfront
£35.00/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £549.00 £399.99
Prices updated 13 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR Magic 7 Pro
HONOR Magic 7 Pro

12 Months

512GB

Black

5GB

Data

£113.17 per month, £30 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

24 Months

256GB

Titanium Black

400GB

Data

£35 per month, £19 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £904.00 over the life of the deal from £35.00 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 453, and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 200 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £399.99.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 9g lighter at 223 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra run?

The HONOR Magic 7 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.