HONOR Magic V3 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The S24 Ultra is the cheaper one to own: around £457 over a typical contract, £1537 less than the V3 5G.
10 reviews 4.6
11 reviews
Prices updated 26 July 2026
HONOR Magic V3 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 10 reviews |
4.6 11 reviews |
| Screen | 7.92" | 6.8" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344 | 1440 x 3088 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 402 | 501 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,150 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Android | Android 14 |
| 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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm | 162.3 x 79 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight | 230 grams | 232 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 |
£16.75/mo
£10.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £535.00 | £429.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £457.00 over the life of the deal from £16.75 per month with £10.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra's 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has the sharper display at 501 pixels per inch versus 402, and the HONOR Magic V3 5G uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 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 V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £429.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra use?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (230 grams vs 232 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is slimmer at 8.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra?
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 Ultra run?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.