HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a far higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the S24+'s 50MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Magic 8 Pro has the bigger battery of the two, 6270mAh against 4900mAh, which usually means longer between charges. The S24+ has the sharper display at 509 PPI to 455, and the S24+ is the lighter phone at 196g against 219g. Get the S24+ if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the Magic 8 Pro covers the basics for less.
Total contract costs are about level, around £861 for either phone.
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Prices updated 26 July 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S24+
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.2 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.71" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 509 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 6,270 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM + Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 196 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | Not rated |
| Contracts |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
£71.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £997.00 | £329.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+ cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is cheaper on contract at £861.16 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £119.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has the sharper display at 509 pixels per inch versus 455, and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ 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 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £329.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24+ use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The Samsung Galaxy S24+ is the more portable of the two: it's 23g lighter at 196 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S24+?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy S24+ is rated Not rated.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24+ run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S24+ runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.