HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Our verdict: Add up the full contract cost and the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in £261.82 cheaper than the HONOR Magic 8 Pro. The HONOR Magic 8 Pro wins on both fronts with a 6.7" screen and 455 PPI. On paper, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro wins the camera battle with 200MP on the rear. Selfie fans take note: the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a 50MP front camera.
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S25
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| Screen | 6.71" | 6.2" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM + Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-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 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 146.9 x 70.4 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 162 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£32.99/mo
£89.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£375.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1097.00 | £489.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper on contract at £631.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £375.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25's 6.2", the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the sharper display at 455 pixels per inch versus 416, and the HONOR Magic 8 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 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The HONOR Magic 8 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 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £489.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (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 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 is the more portable of the two — it's 57g 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 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S25?
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 S25 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16 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.