HONOR Magic V5 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
Over a full contract, the S26+ works out around £816 all-in, about £491 less than the V5 5G.
10 reviews 3.9
10 reviews
HONOR Magic V5 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S26+
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
3.9 10 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 6.7" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,820 mAh | 4,900 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 16 |
| 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm | 158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 222 grams | 190 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m | IP 68 |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£979.00 upfront |
£32.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £739.00 | £799.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26+ cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is cheaper on contract at £815.96 over the life of the deal from £32.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26+'s 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 403, and the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G features a 50 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 V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £739.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26+ use?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (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 V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is lighter but the HONOR Magic V5 5G is more compact. It's 32g lighter at 190 grams, though the HONOR Magic V5 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is rated IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is rated IP 68.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26+ run?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.