Honor Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

Compare Honor Magic 8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for…

Honor

Galaxy Z Fold 8

$1,900

5categories won

6 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Honor Magic 8 Pro takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Honor Magic 8 Pro claims the overall win over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Magic 8 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Magic 8 Pro. Choose the Magic 8 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryMagic 8 Pro

Magic 8 Pro wins on endurance with 6,200 mAh and 100W fast charging.

🎮 GamingMagic 8 Pro

Magic 8 Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.

📸 CameraMagic 8 Pro

Magic 8 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 2.5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueMagic 8 Pro

Magic 8 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1099 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.

Magic 8 Pro vs Galaxy Z Fold 8: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Honor Magic 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Magic 8 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Screen size	6.8"	7.6"
Resolution	1280 x 2800	1848 x 2448Winner
Pixel density	453 ppiWinner	404 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	5000 nitsWinner	2400 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Honor Magic 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Magic 8 Pro	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	3,050,000Winner	2,400,000
Geekbench multi	10380Winner	8900
Maximum RAM	16 GB	16 GB
Maximum storage	1TB	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Honor Magic 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Magic 8 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Main sensor	50 MP	50 MP
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	2.5x	—
Ultrawide	50 MP	50 MP
Selfie camera	50 MPWinner	10 MP
Max video	4K@60fps	—

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Honor Magic 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Magic 8 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Capacity	6,200 mAhWinner	4,800 mAh
Wired charging	100 WWinner	45 W
Wireless charging	80 WWinner	20 W

Design

Design comparison between the Honor Magic 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Magic 8 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Weight	223 g	201 gWinner
Thickness	8.8 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68/IP69	IP48
Build	Honor NanoCrystal Shield front glass, aerospace aluminum frame, micro-curved velvet matte glass rear	Armor Aluminum frame, glass back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Honor Magic 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Magic 8 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
Operating system	Android 16 (MagicOS 9.0)	Android 17
OS updates	5 years	6 yearsWinner
Security updates	5 years	6 yearsWinner

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Honor Magic 8 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
Specification	Magic 8 Pro	Galaxy Z Fold 8
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct	—
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,099Winner	$1,900

Honor Magic 8 Pro

Armed with a cutting-edge 6,200 mAh Silicon-Carbon battery, a 200MP periscope telephoto sensor, bank-grade 3D Face Unlock, and a 4320Hz eye-comfort display, the Honor Magic 8 Pro is a flagship tour-de-force.

Display: 6.8"
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
Main camera: 50MP
Battery: 6,200mAh

Full Magic 8 Pro specifications →

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

Full Galaxy Z Fold 8 specifications →