Smartphones · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Screen size:
- 6.9 in
- Reference price:
- SAR 3,694
Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB vs HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 8 of the specs we have recorded, and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB is cheaper by SAR 195 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Higher optical zoom (telephoto): 5 x vs 3.7 x
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 195
- More space for photos and apps (512 GB vs 256 GB)
- Higher wired charging: 100 W vs 60 W
- Has dual SIM; the other doesn't
The deciding difference here: storage and wired charging 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
256 GB✓ 512 GBScreen size
6.9 in6.71 inWired charging
60 W✓ 100 W
Specifications side by side
18 of 18 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 3,694 | SAR 3,499 |
| Storage | 256 GB | ✓ 512 GB |
| Memory (RAM) | — | 12 GB |
| Processor | — | Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Battery capacity | — | 6,920 mAh |
| Wired charging | 60 W | ✓ 100 W |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP |
| Years of OS updates | 7 years | — |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom (telephoto) | ✓ 5 x | 3.7 x |
| Screen size | 6.9 in | 6.71 in |
| Display type | — | OLED |
| Dual SIM | No | ✓ Yes |
| Water and dust rating | IP68 | — |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Release year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Colour | White | Gold |
| Dimensions | 16.4 x 7.8 x 0.8 cm | — |
| Weight | 213 g | ✓ 200 g |
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Direct comparison questions
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 wired charging between the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?
Wired charging is higher on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB: 100 W vs 60 W on the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?
Screen size is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB: 6.9 in vs 6.71 in on the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in wireless charging between the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 256GB and the HONOR Magic 8 pro 5G 512GB?
No difference here: wireless charging is Yes on both.