Honor Magic 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Compare Honor Magic 6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Exynos 2500, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5600mAh vs 4900mAh battery…
Honor
Magic 6 Pro
$1,099
10categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26 FE
$699
9categories won
3 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE proves superior overall against the Honor Magic 6 Pro, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Magic 6 Pro takes the lead, while the Galaxy S26 FE is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S26 FE if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Magic 6 Pro if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Magic 6 Pro wins on endurance with 5,600 mAh and 80W fast charging.
Galaxy S26 FE provides greater sustained gaming output with its Exynos 2500 and 8GB RAM.
Galaxy S26 FE takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.
Galaxy S26 FE wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $1099.
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.
Magic 6 Pro vs Galaxy S26 FE: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Magic 6 Pro | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.8" | 6.7" |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 453 ppiWinner | 385 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 5000 nitsWinner | 1900 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Magic 6 Pro | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Exynos 2500 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,080,000 | 2,400,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 6890 | 8900Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Magic 6 Pro | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 2.5x | 3xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps 10-bit Log | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Magic 6 Pro | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,600 mAhWinner | 4,900 mAh |
| Wired charging | 80 WWinner | 45 W |
| Wireless charging | 66 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Magic 6 Pro | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 225 g | 193 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.9 mm | 7.4 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Aluminum alloy frame, NanoCrystal Shield front glass, vegan leather or textured glass back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus+), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus+), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Magic 6 Pro | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Magic 6 Pro | Galaxy S26 FE |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1,099 | $699Winner |
Honor Magic 6 Pro
The Honor Magic 6 Pro stands as a triple-threat flagship, brandishing an unprecedented 180MP periscope telephoto camera, physical f/1.4-f/2.0 variable aperture, a 5600 mAh 2nd-gen silicon-carbon battery operating even at sub-zero temperatures, and 3D biometric Face Unlock.
- Display
- 6.8"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,600mAh
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
At $699, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE delivers a spacious 6.7-inch AMOLED display, a 3nm Exynos 2500 chipset, and an impressive seven years of software updates. It perfectly suits budget-conscious buyers who want flagship-tier build quality, capable triple cameras, and long-term reliability without paying top-tier prices.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Exynos 2500
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,900mAh