HONOR Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Magic 8 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £865 over a typical contract, £690 less than the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra.
Prices updated 13 August 2026
HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
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| Screen | 6.71" | 8" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2808 | 1968 x 2184 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 455 | 367 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 6,270 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android 16 | Android |
| 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/6/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm | 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 215 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
£44.99/mo
£449.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £997.00 | £1846.99 |
| Prices updated 13 August 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is cheaper on contract at £864.76 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 Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the HONOR Magic 8 Pro's 6.7", the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the sharper display at 455 pixels per inch versus 367, and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £997.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra use?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is lighter but the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is more compact. It's 4g lighter at 215 grams, though the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
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 Z Fold8 Ultra is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra run?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.