HONOR Magic V6 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 5150mAh against 4700mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the V6 5G has the bigger screen, 8" against 6.6". The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is the lighter phone at 195g against 219g. Only pay up for the V6 5G if you'll use what it offers; if not, the S23+ 5G makes more sense.
Over a full contract, the S23+ 5G works out around £728 all-in, about £767 less than the V6 5G.
10 reviews 4.2
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HONOR Magic V6 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 6.6" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 390 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,150 mAh | 4,700 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 195 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£44.99/mo
£389.00 upfront |
£57.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1997.99 | £274.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is cheaper on contract at £727.96 over the life of the deal from £57.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus's 6.6", the HONOR Magic V6 5G has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 390, and the HONOR Magic V6 5G uses a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus 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 V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £274.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus use?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is lighter but the HONOR Magic V6 5G is more compact. It's 24g lighter at 195 grams, though the HONOR Magic V6 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is slimmer at 7.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus run?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.