HONOR Magic V6 5G vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The S26 Ultra is the cheaper one to own: around £940 over a typical contract, £541 less than the V6 5G.
10 reviews 4.4
12 reviews
Prices updated 25 July 2026
HONOR Magic V6 5G
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 6.9" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED | Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 498 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,150 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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/7 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm | 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 219 grams | 214 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£44.99/mo
£379.00 upfront |
£16.00/mo
£545.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1997.99 | £879.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is cheaper on contract at £940.40 over the life of the deal from £16.00 per month with £545.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the sharper display at 498 pixels per inch versus 403, and the HONOR Magic V6 5G uses a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £879.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra use?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is lighter but the HONOR Magic V6 5G is more compact. It's 5g lighter at 214 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 S26 Ultra is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V6 5G or Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The HONOR Magic V6 5G is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V6 5G and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra run?
Both phones run Android.