Honor Magic V2 vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Compare Honor Magic V2 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, 5000mAh vs…
Honor
Honor Magic V2
$699
6categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S25
$799
6categories won
1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy S25 takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy S25 proves superior overall against the Honor Magic V2, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Honor Magic V2 takes the lead, while the Galaxy S25 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Galaxy S25 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Honor Magic V2 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Honor Magic V2 wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 66W fast charging.
Galaxy S25 provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy and 12GB RAM.
Galaxy S25 takes photography with 50MP optics and 3x optical telephoto capabilities.
Honor Magic V2 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $799.
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 V2 vs Galaxy S25: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.2" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 416 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1600 nits | 2600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy |
| Process node | — | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,580,000 | 2,680,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 5450 | 9650Winner |
| Maximum RAM | — | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 3x |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K@60fps | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAhWinner | 4,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 25 W |
| Wireless charging | No | 15 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 231 g | 162 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.7 mmWinner | 7.2 mm |
| Water resistance | No official IP rating | IP68 |
| Build | — | Enhanced Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front & back |
Software and support
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0) | Android 15 |
| OS updates | — | 7 years |
| Security updates | — | 7 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Honor Magic V2 | Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $799 |
Honor Magic V2
Honor Magic V2 revolutionized book-style foldables with a record-shattering 9.9mm folded thickness (4.7mm unfolded), weighing only 231g, featuring dual 3840Hz PWM dimming displays, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version silicon, and dual silicon-carbon 5000mAh battery.
- Display
- 7.92"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Leading Version
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, MagicOS 8.0)
Samsung Galaxy S25
Weighing only 162 grams at 7.2mm thickness, the Galaxy S25 delivers full Snapdragon 8 Elite power, 12GB of RAM, a 120Hz LTPO display, and 3x optical telephoto in a pocket-friendly package.
- Display
- 6.2"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,000mAh