Honor 300 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Compare Honor 300 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 200MP camera…
Honor
Honor 300
$379
7categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26 Ultra
$1,299
11categories won
3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra proves superior overall against the Honor 300, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor 300 takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S26 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor 300 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Honor 300 wins on endurance with 5,300 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Galaxy S26 Ultra provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.
Galaxy S26 Ultra takes photography with 200MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
Honor 300 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $379 vs $1299.
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 vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor 300 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.9" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2412 | 1440 x 3120Winner |
| Pixel density | 394 ppi | 498 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4000 nitsWinner | 2400 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor 300 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 840,000 | 2,400,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 3420 | 8900Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Honor 300 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 200 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 4Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor 300 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,300 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 60 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor 300 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 175 gWinner | 214 g |
| Thickness | 6.97 mmWinner | 7.9 mm |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP68 |
| Build | Ultra-thin carved glass, aluminum alloy frame, Giant Rhino Glass front | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor 300 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor 300 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $379Winner | $1,299 |
Honor 300
The Honor 300 breaks boundaries by measuring an impossibly slim 6.97mm and weighing only 175g while accommodating a large 5,300mAh silicon-carbon battery and 100W wired fast charging. Features dual 50MP Sony rear cameras, a 50MP selfie shooter, and 4,000 nits eye comfort display.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,300mAh
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a premium 6.9-inch flagship built for power users and creators. Priced at $1299, it pairs a heavily upgraded Snapdragon processor and 60W charging with a versatile quad-camera array and the signature built-in S Pen stylus.
- Display
- 6.9"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 200MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
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