Honor 300 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Compare Honor 300 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600, 50MP vs 50MP…
Honor
Honor 300 Pro
$519
9categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26
$790
7categories won
6 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor 300 Pro takes the overall win
The Honor 300 Pro claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy S26, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor 300 Pro takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Honor 300 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S26 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor 300 Pro wins on endurance with 5,300 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Galaxy S26 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 and 12GB RAM.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
Honor 300 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $519 vs $790.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Honor 300 Pro vs Galaxy S26: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor 300 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.3" |
| Resolution | 1224 x 2700Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 437 ppiWinner | 409 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4000 nitsWinner | 2600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor 300 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 2 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,120,000 | 3,064,672Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 6920 | 10824Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor 300 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | 3x |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor 300 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,300 mAhWinner | 4,300 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Honor 300 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g | 167 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 7.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP68 |
| Build | Sculpted flowing curve glass back, aviation aluminum frame, Giant Rhino Glass front | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor 300 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor 300 Pro | Galaxy S26 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $519Winner | $790 |
Honor 300 Pro
The Honor 300 Pro delivers true flagship power with Qualcomm's 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, a dedicated 50MP Sony IMX858 3x optical telephoto camera, dual 50MP portrait sensors, 100W wired and 80W wireless charging, and an eye-caring 3840Hz PWM quad-curved display.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,300mAh
Samsung Galaxy S26
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a premium compact smartphone suited for buyers who want top-tier performance without the bulk. Priced at $789.99, it pairs a powerful 2nm processor and exceptional seven-year update support with a bright 6.3-inch LTPO display, though its 25W charging speeds lag behind the competition.
- Display
- 6.3"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Samsung Exynos 2600
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,300mAh