Samsung A 17 128GB vs HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung A 17 128GB is cheaper by SAR 2,873 (prices checked 10 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
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Samsung A 17 128GB if you care about:- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 2,873
- More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 128 GB)
- More memory for multitasking (12 GB vs 4 GB)
- Bigger battery for a longer day (6,920 mAh vs 5,000 mAh)
The deciding difference here: storage and memory (RAM) and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartphones · Honor
HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB- Storage:
- 512 GB
- Memory (RAM):
- 12 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 3,499
Key differences
Storage
128 GB✓ 512 GBMemory (RAM)
4 GB✓ 12 GBScreen size
6.7 in6.71 in
Specifications side by side
19 of 19 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 626 | SAR 3,499 |
| Storage | 128 GB | ✓ 512 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB | ✓ 12 GB |
| Processor | — | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | ✓ 6,920 mAh |
| Wired charging | — | 100 W |
| 5G | — | Yes |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Optical zoom (telephoto) | — | 3.7 x |
| Screen size | 6.7 in | 6.71 in |
| Display type | AMOLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2220 | — |
| Screen refresh rate | 90 Hz | — |
| Wireless charging | — | Yes |
| Dual SIM | — | Yes |
| Operating system | Android | — |
| Colour | Grey | Gold |
| Dimensions | 10 x 150 x 15 centimeters cm | — |
| Release year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Weight | 200 g | 200 g |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in storage between the Samsung A 17 128GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?
Storage is higher on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: 512 GB vs 128 GB on the Samsung A 17 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung A 17 128GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?
No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.
What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung A 17 128GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?
Battery capacity is higher on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: 6,920 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung A 17 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung A 17 128GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?
Memory (RAM) is higher on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: 12 GB vs 4 GB on the Samsung A 17 128GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.