Honor Magic V3 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Compare Honor Magic V3 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, 50MP vs 200MP…
Honor
Magic V3
$1,699
6categories won
Samsung
Galaxy S26 Ultra
$1,299
13categories won
3 categories tied · 22 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 Magic V3, outperforming on gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Magic V3 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 Magic V3 if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Magic V3 wins on endurance with 5,150 mAh and 66W 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.
Galaxy S26 Ultra wins on budget and value at $1299 compared to $1699.
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 V3 vs Galaxy S26 Ultra: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Magic V3 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.92" | 6.9" |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344Winner | 1440 x 3120 |
| Pixel density | 402 ppi | 498 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1800 nits | 2400 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Magic V3 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 2,040,000 | 2,400,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 6780 | 8900Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | Magic V3 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 200 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 4Winner |
| Optical zoom | 3.5x | 5xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 20 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Magic V3 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,150 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 66 WWinner | 60 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | 25 W |
Design
| Specification | Magic V3 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 214 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.35 mmWinner | 7.9 mm |
| Water resistance | IPX8 | IP68 |
| Build | Super Steel hinge, aerospace fiber back, Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield, titanium vapor chamber | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Magic V3 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Magic V3 | Galaxy S26 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1,699 | $1,299Winner |
Honor Magic V3
The Honor Magic V3 shattered all physical records for book-style foldables, measuring an unimaginable 9.2mm folded and 4.35mm unfolded, weighing just 226g, while packing Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a 50MP periscope telephoto, 50W wireless charging, and IPX8 water resistance.
- Display
- 7.92"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,150mAh
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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