HONOR Magic V3 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
Over a full contract, the S24 FE works out around £695 all-in, about £1299 less than the V3 5G.
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Prices updated 26 July 2026
HONOR Magic V3 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 10 reviews |
3.9 10 reviews |
| Screen | 7.92" | 6.7" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 402 | 385 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Exynos 2400e (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,150 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm | 162 x 77.3 x 8 mm |
| Weight | 230 grams | 213 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£163.08/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£54.83/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £525.00 | £279.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is cheaper on contract at £695.46 over the life of the deal from £54.83 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE's 6.7", the HONOR Magic V3 5G has the sharper display at 402 pixels per inch versus 385, and the HONOR Magic V3 5G uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 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 V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £279.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE use?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE uses the Exynos 2400e (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is lighter but the HONOR Magic V3 5G is more compact. It's 17g lighter at 213 grams, though the HONOR Magic V3 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is slimmer at 8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 FE?
Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 FE run?
Both phones run Android.