HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The S26 is the cheaper one to own: around £660 over a typical contract, £201 less than the Magic 8 Pro.
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Prices updated 27 July 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy S26
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
3.9 11 reviews |
| Screen | 6.71" | 6.3" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 409 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 6,270 mAh | 4,300 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 |
| 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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 167 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 |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
£26.29/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £619.00 | £569.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper on contract at £659.96 over the life of the deal from £26.29 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26's 6.3", the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the sharper display at 455 pixels per inch versus 409, and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £569.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is the more portable of the two: it's 52g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
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 S26 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 S26 run?
Both phones run Android 16.