Honor Magic 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Compare Honor Magic 7 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy…
Honor
Honor Magic 7
$749
10categories won
Samsung
Galaxy Z Fold 8
$1,900
4categories won
7 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Honor Magic 7 takes the overall win
The Honor Magic 7 claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Honor Magic 7 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Honor Magic 7. Choose the Honor Magic 7 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Honor Magic 7 wins on endurance with 5,650 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Honor Magic 7 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
Honor Magic 7 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
Honor Magic 7 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $749 vs $1900.
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 Magic 7 vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 7.6" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2800 | 1848 x 2448Winner |
| Pixel density | 453 ppiWinner | 404 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 5000 nitsWinner | 2400 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy |
| Process node | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,890,000Winner | 2,400,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 9780Winner | 8900 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 10 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps, 1080p@240fps | — |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,650 mAhWinner | 4,800 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 45 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | 20 W |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g | 201 g |
| Thickness | 7.95 mm | 4.5 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 / IP69 | IP48 |
| Build | Glass back with metallic shimmer, aluminum alloy frame, Giant Rhino Glass front | Armor Aluminum frame, glass back |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 6 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 6 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic 7 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | — |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $749Winner | $1,900 |
Honor Magic 7
The Honor Magic 7 is an apex flagship boasting Qualcomm's 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite, a record 5,000 nits LTPO OLED with 4320Hz risk-free PWM dimming, a 5,650mAh Qinghai Lake silicon-carbon battery, 100W wired and 80W wireless charging, and full IP68/IP69 dual water resistance.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,650mAh
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a premium $1900 book-style foldable aimed at power users and multitasking enthusiasts. Featuring a remarkably thin 4.5mm profile, dual 120Hz AMOLED displays, and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, it delivers high-end performance, though its high price demands serious investment.
- Display
- 7.6"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,800mAh