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Galaxy S26+ vs HONOR Magic4 Pro

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

Smartphone Battle
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Samsung · 2026

Galaxy S26+

Galaxy S26+
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 USD
Honor · 2022

HONOR Magic4 Pro

HONOR Magic4 Pro
84/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,099 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Galaxy S26+ BETTER THAN HONOR Magic4 Pro?

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Galaxy S26+Winner 🏆
HONOR Magic4 Pro

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORGalaxy S26+HONOR Magic4LEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,900 mAh4,600 mAh+4,900 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W100W100W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.7"6.81"6.81"
Chassis Weight190g209g190g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Galaxy S26+:
  • ✓19g lighter chassis (190g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓Larger 4,900 mAh battery capacity (+300 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy HONOR Magic4 Pro:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.81" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationGalaxy S26+HONOR Magic4 Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Display
Screen Type & TechDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2XLTPO OLED
Screen Size6.7"6.81"
Resolution & Density3120x1440 (513 ppi)2848x1312 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness2,600 nits peak1,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 16Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Galaxy S26+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.8, OIS50 MP, f/1.8, OIS, Sony IMX766
Telephoto Zoom10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.250 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/2.212 MP, f/2.45
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Galaxy S26+ Lightest Chassis
Dimensions158.4 x 75.8 x 7.3 mm163.6 x 74.7 x 8.9 mm
Weight190 g209 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 HONOR Magic4 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,900 mAh4,600 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging100W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging20W wireless charging50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth6.05.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.1
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1099$1099
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy S26+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy S26+ ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Galaxy S26+:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.3 vs top rival 83.6 · Larger battery capacity: 4,900 mAh (+300 mAh more)
When to choose HONOR Magic4 Pro:
Significantly faster wired charging: 100W vs max 45W
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Galaxy S26+ vs HONOR Magic4 Pro

Which is better: Galaxy S26+ or HONOR Magic4 Pro?

Galaxy S26+ leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.3/100 compared to HONOR Magic4 Pro (83.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.3 vs top rival 83.6 and Larger battery capacity: 4,900 mAh (+300 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Galaxy S26+ and HONOR Magic4 Pro?

Galaxy S26+ is equipped with a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery, while HONOR Magic4 Pro features a 6.81-inch display and 4600 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Galaxy S26+ and HONOR Magic4 Pro?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Galaxy S26+ achieves a 90/100 performance score, while HONOR Magic4 Pro scores 90/100.