Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB vs HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded, and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB is cheaper by SAR 189 (prices checked 10 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • More memory for multitasking (120 GB vs 12 GB)
  • Higher-resolution main camera (200 MP vs 50 MP)
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 189
  • More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 256 GB)
  • Lower weight: 200 g vs 213 g · slight difference

The deciding difference here: storage and memory (RAM) and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Storage

    256 GB✓ 512 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    ✓ 120 GB12 GB
  • Screen size

    6.9 in6.71 in

Specifications side by side

19 of 19 specs

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Spec
SamsungSAR 3,688
Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB specs
HonorSAR 3,499
HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,688SAR 3,499
Storage256 GB✓ 512 GB
Memory (RAM)✓ 120 GB12 GB
Battery capacity—6,920 mAh
Wired charging—100 W
Main camera✓ 200 MP50 MP
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 EliteSnapdragon 8 Elite
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?

No difference here: processor is Snapdragon 8 Elite on both.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?

Storage is higher on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: 512 GB vs 256 GB on the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in main camera between the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?

Main camera is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB: 200 MP vs 50 MP on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB: 120 GB vs 12 GB on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.