HONOR Magic V6 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The S25 Edge is the cheaper one to own: around £631 over a typical contract, £864 less than the V6 5G.
10 reviews 3.8
11 reviews
HONOR Magic V6 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
3.8 11 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 6.7" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 513 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,150 mAh | 3,900 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm | 159 x 76 x 5.8 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 163 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 |
£23.99/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1997.99 | £499.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is cheaper on contract at £630.76 over the life of the deal from £23.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge's 6.7", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 403, and the HONOR Magic V6 5G uses a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £499.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge use?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge uses the Qualcomm SM8750-3-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is lighter but the HONOR Magic V6 5G is more compact. It's 56g lighter at 163 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 S25 Edge is slimmer at 5.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge 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 S25 Edge run?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.