The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Honor Magic6 Pro clearly differ in terms of design. The Galaxy S24 Ultra focuses on a minimalist aesthetic with its photo sensors discreetly aligned on the rear shell, without any visible module. The profile of this device is flat, offering a classic and sturdy grip. As for the Honor Magic6 Pro, it opts for a bolder design, inspired by watchmaking, with a large circle centered at the back for its photo sensors, surrounded by gold borders on the faux leather finish. Its profile is curved on all four sides, which contributes to a softer and more ergonomic grip.
In terms of dimensions, the two models are close: the Galaxy S24 Ultra measures 162.3 mm in height and a width of 79 mm, while the Magic6 Pro is slightly larger with 162.5 mm in height but narrower (75 .8mm). In terms of thickness, the Magic6 Pro displays 8.9 mm compared to 8.6 mm for the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Regarding weight, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is a little heavier at 232 grams, compared to 229 grams for the Magic6 Pro.
For color options, Samsung offers a more diverse palette with black, gray, purple and amber versions. The Honor Magic6 Pro comes in black with a glass finish, and green with a faux leather look. Both smartphones benefit from IP68 certification, guaranteeing dust and water resistance up to 1.5 meters deep for 30 minutes.
Which is the most powerful and which is the best screen?
Both smartphones are equipped with the same processor, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a latest generation chip offering cutting-edge performance. The Galaxy S24 Ultra offers 12 GB of RAM and is available in several storage versions: 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB, without the possibility of expansion via a microSD card. For its part, the Honor Magic6 Pro is available with 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage, also without support for microSD.
In terms of raw performance, the two models are equal thanks to their common chip. However, the Magic6 Pro could appeal to users looking for an optimal storage/performance ratio with its capacity of 512 GB as standard, where the Galaxy S24 Ultra stands out for its flexibility by offering up to 1 TB of memory.
For the screens, both smartphones have a 6.8-inch AMOLED panel with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, ideal for optimal fluidity in animations and games. However, the Galaxy S24 Ultra stands out for its higher definition of 1440×3120 pixels and a peak brightness of 2600 cd/m² with efficient anti-reflective treatment, making it very pleasant outdoors. On the other hand, the Magic6 Pro offers a screen curved on four sides, with a definition of 1280×2800 pixels and a maximum peak brightness of 5000 cd/m², which can be an advantage in terms of readability in direct sunlight. In addition, it has many comfort functions to limit eye fatigue.
What configurations for photos and what connectivity?
On the photography side, the Galaxy S24 Ultra relies on a 200-megapixel optically stabilized main sensor, accompanied by a 12-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens, as well as two telephoto lenses: one of 50 megapixels with 5x optical zoom and the Another 10 megapixel with 3x optical zoom. On the front, it offers a 12-megapixel selfie sensor. This configuration allows great flexibility for shooting, whether in very high resolution or for detailed portraits using telephoto lenses.
The Honor Magic6 Pro, for its part, relies on a 50-megapixel main sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle which also serves as a macro, and a 180-megapixel telephoto lens with 2.5x optical zoom. For selfies, it outperforms the Samsung model with a 50 megapixel sensor. The Honor mobile generally produces more natural and more beautiful images than the Samsung, which is far from unworthy.
When it comes to connectivity, both smartphones are at the forefront with Wi-Fi 7, 5G compatibility, NFC and Bluetooth 5.3. Neither model offers a jack socket, but the Magic6 Pro is distinguished by the presence of an infrared transmitter, useful for controlling devices such as a remote control. Both integrate the fingerprint reader under the screen, a discreet and practical solution.
What about autonomy and charging capabilities?
Battery capacity is one of the Honor Magic6 Pro’s strong points, with 5600 mAh compared to 5000 mAh for the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Theoretically, this difference should translate into slightly longer battery life for the Magic6 Pro, although this depends on each user’s usage.
Regarding charging speed, the Honor Magic6 Pro takes the advantage with a charging power of 80 watts, allowing faster charging, while the Galaxy S24 Ultra is limited to 45 watts. In addition, the Magic6 Pro stands out for its ability to charge wirelessly at 60 watts, compared to just 10 watts for the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Both models offer reverse charging, convenient for charging small devices like wireless headphones.
