HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 7 Pro has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the Samsung Galaxy S25's 50MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Magic 7 Pro has the bigger battery of the two, 5270mAh against 4000mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The Magic 7 Pro has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.2" and sharper at 453 PPI, and the S25 is the lighter phone at 162g against 223g. The Magic 7 Pro is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the S25 is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
The S25 is the cheaper one to own: around £645 over a typical contract, £753 less than the Magic 7 Pro.
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HONOR Magic 7 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.1 13 reviews |
4.1 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.8" | 6.2" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 453 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,270 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| 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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 223 grams | 162 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 |
£24.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £549.00 | £409.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper on contract at £644.76 over the life of the deal from £24.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25's 6.2", the HONOR Magic 7 Pro has the sharper display at 453 pixels per inch versus 416, and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £409.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two: it's 61g lighter at 162 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 run?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.