HONOR Magic 7 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Our verdict: Add up the full contract cost and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in £91.58 cheaper than the HONOR Magic 7 Pro. At 505 PPI, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra delivers the crisper display. Video callers will appreciate the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and its 50MP front camera. Prefer to own outright? The HONOR Magic 7 Pro starts from just £558.00.
HONOR Magic 7 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.8" | 6.8" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 453 | 505 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm | 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 223 grams | 219 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 |
£74.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£29.79/mo
£149.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £558.00 | £719.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £838.96 over the life of the deal from £29.79 per month with £149.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 pixels per inch versus 453, and the HONOR Magic 7 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £558.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra use?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is lighter but the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is more compact. It's 4g lighter at 219 grams, though the HONOR Magic 7 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 162.7 x 77.1 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is slimmer at 8.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 7 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 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 S25 Ultra run?
The HONOR Magic 7 Pro runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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.