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Magic V5
7.95″ · Inner: foldable OLED; Outer: OLED · 120 Hz · Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform
512 GB · 16 GB RAM · Black · UK MBH-N49Full product profile
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WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Magic V5 if…
- you want a larger battery: 5,820 vs 4,000 mAh Source: HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S25 if…
- you want a lighter phone: 162 g vs 222 g Source: Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung
Galaxy S25
6.2 inches. Just 162 grams.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Navy · UK SM-S931BDBGEUBFull product profile
NavyListed configurations: Magic V5 512 GB, Galaxy S25 256 GB. Storage is a tier you choose, not a difference between the models. Compare both at 512 GB.
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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE
Visual facts
Differences first. Select a topic for its graphic, sources and conditions.
How to read this comparison
How to read this comparison
- Manufacturer facts for the exact models shown. Not a quality rating or a test result.
- “Different” means the known values differ, not that one is better.
- Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS SIDE BY SIDE6 topics
SELECTED TOPIC
01 / 06
Chipset
A different chip or core configuration is a hardware change, not a measured performance uplift.
Magic V5
1.75″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Magic V5
- 7.95″
- Galaxy S25
- 6.2″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- Magic V5
- Not verified
- Galaxy S25
- 3×
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Magic V5
- Not verified
- Galaxy S25
- Up to 29h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
18 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 6 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 manufacturer description restating separately listed fields is grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsMagic V5Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform
Galaxy S25Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
Sources
Galaxy S25
UK S25 launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy. No benchmark is inferred.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual factsMagic V55820 mAh
Galaxy S254000 mAh
Sources
Magic V5
Typical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCapacity, charger power and bypass operation describe different capabilities. They do not establish measured runtime or a comparable charging time; check the exact test conditions and accessories.
Camera system
Magic V5Main: 50 MP (f/1.6, OIS); Telephoto: 64 MP, 3x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 50 MP; Front: 20 MP (main and cover screens); Video: up to 4K
Galaxy S2550 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Magic V5
Apertures: ultra-wide f/2.0, telephoto f/2.5, both front cameras f/2.2. Up to 100x digital zoom; EIS+OIS stabilisation.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Display specification
Magic V5Main: 7.95-inch foldable OLED, 2352 × 2172; Cover: 6.43-inch OLED, 2376 × 1060; up to 120 Hz; 5000 nits HDR peak
Galaxy S256.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
Magic V5
Global peak brightness 1300 nits (main) and 1800 nits (cover); 1.07 billion colours; eye comfort: AI Defocus Display, 4320 Hz PWM flicker-free dimming, Dynamic Dimming, Circadian Night Display, Nature Tone Display; glass: HONOR Super Armored Inner Screen (main), HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield (cover). Both panels are listed at up to 120 Hz.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Physical RAM
In Visual factsMagic V516 GB
Galaxy S2512 GB
Sources
Galaxy S25
Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Software update policy
Magic V5At least 5 years of security, corrective and functionality updates
Galaxy S25Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Magic V5
Minimum declared on the EU product-information sheet; it does not give an Android version-upgrade count or a calendar end date.
HONOR Magic V5 supplier product-information sheet, model MBH-N49Galaxy S25
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
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Battery and charging
Magic V55820 mAh; 66 W wired, 50 W wireless
Galaxy S254000 mAh typical · up to 29 hours local video · up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapter
Sources
Magic V5
Typical capacity (rated 5690 mAh); lithium-polymer. Wired HONOR SuperCharge up to 20V/3.3A, compatible with 11V/3.2A or 5V/2A.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Inner screen resolution
Magic V52352 × 2172
Galaxy S252340 × 1080
Sources
Galaxy S25
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Form factor
Magic V5foldable
Galaxy S25slab
Sources
Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
Magic V5Inner screen: 20 MP (f/2.2); Outer screen: 20 MP (f/2.2)
Galaxy S2512 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Sources
Galaxy S25
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual factsMagic V5IP58 / IP59
Galaxy S25IP68
Sources
Magic V5
HONOR UK lists IP58 and IP59 under IEC 60529; the product-information sheet declares IP58 with a 1.5 m specified immersion depth. Protection is conditional and can decrease with wear; not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsHONOR Magic V5 supplier product-information sheet, model MBH-N49Galaxy S25
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Display panel
Magic V5Inner: foldable OLED; Outer: OLED
Galaxy S25Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
Galaxy S25
Explicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Claimed HDR peak brightness
Magic V55000 nits
Galaxy S252600 nits
Sources
Magic V5
HDR peak for part of the screen, not full-screen sustained brightness; the test window is not stated. High-brightness-mode and typical figures are listed separately.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.
Compare Galaxy S25 Series — Display CapabilitiesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Inner screen diagonal
Magic V57.95 in
Galaxy S256.2 in
Sources
Magic V5
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Height (foldable measured folded)
Magic V5156.8 mm
Galaxy S25146.9 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Closed thickness (foldable measured folded)
Magic V59 mm
Galaxy S257.2 mm
Sources
Galaxy S25
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Weight
In Visual factsMagic V5222 g
Galaxy S25162 g
Sources
Magic V5
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Closed width (foldable measured folded)
In Visual factsMagic V574.3 mm
Galaxy S2570.5 mm
Sources
Galaxy S25
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product. The foldable's published figure is its folded body. Folded and open dimensions describe different states; check the separately labelled source figures.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (1)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Dimensions
Magic V5156.8 × 74.3 × 9 mm (height × width × thickness; folded) in Black
Galaxy S25146.9 × 70.5 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S25
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (3)
Storage
Magic V5512 GB
Galaxy S25256 GB
Sources
Galaxy S25
Explicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
RAM and storage configuration
Magic V516 GB RAM; 512 GB storage
Galaxy S2512 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Magic V5
Selected UK configuration; RAM is physical memory.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBA configuration choice: the storage tier of each exact variant compared. Most models are sold in several tiers, so this is not a difference between the models.
Regional SIM / network configuration
Magic V5UK model MBH-N49. Networks: 5G (NR), 4G (LTE TDD/LTE FDD), 3G (WCDMA), 2G (GSM). SIM: SIM1 + SIM2, SIM1 + eSIM, or eSIM1 + eSIM2.
Galaxy S25UK SM-S931BDBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Magic V5
eSIM availability may vary by country and carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (102)
Main-camera aperture control
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Fixed f/1.8
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The S25 launch table explicitly attaches OIS to the Wide lens.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear camera autofocus
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera autofocus
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S2529 hours
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum published wired charging power
Magic V566 W
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S2530 minutes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Up to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless connectivity
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFC
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S257 years
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised OS version upgrades
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S257
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Android 15 · One UI 7
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
Magic V5WLAN protocols: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 2x2 MIMO; WLAN frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz; WLAN hotspot and WLAN Direct
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth
Magic V5Bluetooth 6.0, BLE, LE Audio; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LC3; ASHA hearing-aid protocol
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
USB connector and data transfer
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S255.4
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge test duration
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S2530 minutes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge endpoint
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S2550%
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU clock groups
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S254.47 GHz · 3.5 GHz
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU core count
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S258
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX support
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dual eSIM support
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
EU label: supplier-declared battery cycles
Magic V51200 cycles
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR Magic V5 supplier product-information sheet, model MBH-N49Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
EU label: supplier-declared endurance per cycle
Magic V549 h
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR Magic V5 supplier product-information sheet, model MBH-N49Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25No
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S252000 cycles
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S253×
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
Magic V5Yes
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
Reader/Writer and Card Emulation (SIM, HCE) modes; SIM-based card emulation on SIM1 only.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Magic V5MagicOS 9.0.1 (Based on Android 15)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Optical-quality zoom
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S252×
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBGalaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Outer screen diagonal
Magic V56.43 in
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer pixel density
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
Pixel density is not stated by the manufacturer.
HONOR UK Magic V5 display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25415.67867603060375 ppi
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
HONOR UK Magic V5 display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S25
Calculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.
Galaxy S25 256GB — Specifications and Software SupportEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S253885 mAh
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S2530 fps
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
User-removable battery
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25No
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S252032-01-31
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Capacity
Magic V55820 mAh (typical value), 5690 mAh (rated value)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Type
Magic V5Lithium polymer battery
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Wired Charging
Magic V566W HONOR SuperCharge; The phone supports up to 20V/3.3A SuperCharge, compatible with 11V/3.2A or 5V/2A.
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Wireless Charging
Magic V550W Wireless HONOR SuperCharge
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — Network Standard
Magic V55G (NR)/4G (LTE TDD/LTE FDD)/3G (WCDMA)/2G (GSM)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Cellular Network — SIM Card
Magic V5SIM1+SIM2 / SIM1+eSIM / eSIM1+eSIM2
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Bluetooth
Magic V5Bluetooth 6.0, BLE, LE Audio; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LC3; ASHA hearing-aid protocol
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Others
Magic V5Infrared Remote Control; PC Data Sync (Computer need install HonorSuite); OTG (maximum output current 1.5A/5V during reverse power supply); USB: USB Type-C, USB 3.2 GEN1, DP1.2; Earjack: USB Type-C; Video Call (operator and third-party software)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Positioning
Magic V5Support GPS (L1+L5) / AGPS / GLONASS / BeiDou (B1I+B1C+B2a+B2b) / Galileo (E1+E5a+E5b) / QZSS (L1 + L5); Support Cellular Network Positioning / Wi-Fi Network Positioning
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi
Magic V5WLAN protocols: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 2x2 MIMO; WLAN frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz; WLAN hotspot and WLAN Direct
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Depth
Magic V5Ivory White: folded 8.8 mm, unfolded 4.1 mm; other colours: folded 9 mm, unfolded 4.2 mm
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Height
Magic V5156.8 mm
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Weight
Magic V5Ivory White: approx. 217 g; other colours: approx. 222 g (including the battery)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dimensions and Weight — Width
Magic V5folded: 74.3 mm; unfolded: 145.9 mm
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Brightness
Magic V5HDR Peak Brightness: 5000 nits; Global Peak Brightness: Inner screen 1300 nits, External screen 1800 nits
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Colour
Magic V51.07 billion colors
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Eye Comfort Technology
Magic V5AI Defocus Display, 4320Hz PWM Flicker Free Dimming, Dynamic Dimming, Circadian Night Display, Nature Tone Display
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Gestures
Magic V5Supported
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Resolution
Magic V5Inner screen: 2352 × 2172 Pixels; External screen: 2376 × 1060 Pixels
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Screen Glass Material
Magic V5Inner screen: HONOR Super Armored Inner Screen; External screen: HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Size
Magic V5Inner screen: 7.95 inch; External screen: 6.43 inch
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Type
Magic V5Inner screen: foldable OLED; External screen: OLED
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Capture Mode
Magic V5Portrait, Watermark, Capture smiles, Mirror reflection, Timer, Night, Gesture control
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Face Recognition
Magic V5Supported 2D face unlock
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Front Camera
Magic V520 MP wide camera (f/2.2) on the inner screen; 20 MP wide camera (f/2.2) on the outer screen
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Image Resolution
Magic V55120 × 3840 pixels
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Video Resolution
Magic V53840 × 2160 pixels
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera — Video Shooting
Magic V5Supported 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
In the Box — In the Box
Magic V5Phone (Built-in battery) x 1; USB Type-C Cable x 1; Quick Start Guide x 1; Eject Tool x 1; Inner screen protective film (Attached on the phone before delivery) x 1; External screen protective film (Attached on the phone before delivery) x 1; Warranty Card x 1; PU Case x 1
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Audio
Magic V5mp3/mp4/3gp/ogg/amr/aac/flac/wav/midi
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Sound Effect
Magic V5HONOR Sound
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Stereo
Magic V5Supported
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Media and Audio — Video
Magic V53gp/mp4
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory — Memory
Magic V516GB+512GB
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Dominant Frequency
Magic V52× Prime 4.32 GHz + 6× Performance 3.53 GHz
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Model
Magic V5Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — CPU Type
Magic V5Octa-core
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — GPU
Magic V5Adreno 830
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Capture Mode
Magic V5AI Motion Sensing Capture, AI photography, Super Wide Angle, Aperture, Multi-Video, Night shot, Portrait mode, Photo, Pro mode, Video, Panorama, Watermark, Scan Document, HIGH-RES, Super Macro, Capture smiles, Time-lapse, Timer, Movie, Slow-MO, Story, Light Painting, HDR
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Focus Mode
Magic V5Supports 3x optical zoom, 100x Digital zoom
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Image Resolution
Magic V59216 × 6912 pixels
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Rear Camera
Magic V550 MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.0); 50 MP wide camera (f/1.6, OIS); 64 MP telephoto camera (f/2.5, OIS)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Rear Flashlight
Magic V5Rear single LED flash
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Stabilization Mode
Magic V5EIS+OIS
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Video Resolution
Magic V53840 × 2160 pixels
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera — Video Shooting
Magic V5Support for 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — NFC
Magic V5Reader/Writer mode; Card Emulation mode (SIM, HCE)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Sensors
Magic V5Gravity Sensor; Infrared Sensor; Hall sensor; Fingerprint Sensor; Gyroscope; Compass; Barometric Pressure Sensor; Acceleration Sensor; Ambient Light Sensor; Proximity Sensor
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
System — Operating System
Magic V5MagicOS 9.0.1 (Based on Android 15)
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Water and Dust Resistance — Water and Dust Resistance
Magic V5IP58 & IP59
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stylus support
Magic V5Yes
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
HONOR Magic-Pen only; not included in the box, sold separately.
HONOR UK Magic V5 display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Unfolded thickness
Magic V54.2 mm
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Unfolded width
Magic V5145.9 mm
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Yes
Sources
Magic V5
HONOR's UK specification lists 4K (3840×2160) recording and does not state whether 8K is supported.
HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsGalaxy S25
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging power
Magic V550 W
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S25
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wireless charging maximum
Magic V5Not verified
Galaxy S25Not verified
Sources
Magic V5
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S25
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
5 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs132 specificationsMagic V5Galaxy S25
Magic V5Galaxy S25WeightDiffers
222g
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
162g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
74.3mm
Closed width
70.5mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
9mm
Closed thickness
7.2mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
156.8 × 74.3 × 9 mm (height × width × thickness; folded) in Black
146.9 × 70.5 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Black
Not verified
Form factorDiffers
foldable
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
HeightDiffers
156.8 mm
146.9 mmLabelled height.
Unfolded width
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
145.9 mm
Not verified
Unfolded thickness
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
4.2 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Height
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
156.8 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Width
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
folded: 74.3 mm; unfolded: 145.9 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Depth
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Ivory White: folded 8.8 mm, unfolded 4.1 mm; other colours: folded 9 mm, unfolded 4.2 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Weight
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Ivory White: approx. 217 g; other colours: approx. 222 g (including the battery)
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
7.95″
Inner screen diagonal · Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.2″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
5000 nits
Claimed HDR peak brightness · HDR peak for part of the screen, not full-screen sustained brightness; the test window is not stated. High-brightness-mode and typical figures are listed separately.
2600 nits
Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.
Pixel density
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
415.68 ppiCalculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
Maximum display refresh rate · Refresh varies by app, content and selected mode. Both panels are listed at up to 120 Hz.
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
Main: 7.95-inch foldable OLED, 2352 × 2172; Cover: 6.43-inch OLED, 2376 × 1060; up to 120 Hz; 5000 nits HDR peakGlobal peak brightness 1300 nits (main) and 1800 nits (cover); 1.07 billion colours; eye comfort: AI Defocus Display, 4320 Hz PWM flicker-free dimming, Dynamic Dimming, Circadian Night Display, Nature Tone Display; glass: HONOR Super Armored Inner Screen (main), HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield (cover). Both panels are listed at up to 120 Hz.
6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 HzExact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Display resolutionDiffers
2352 × 2172
2340 × 1080Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Display — Size
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Inner screen: 7.95 inch; External screen: 6.43 inch
Not verified
Display — Colour
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
1.07 billion colors
Not verified
Display — Type
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Inner screen: foldable OLED; External screen: OLED
Not verified
Display — Eye Comfort Technology
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
AI Defocus Display, 4320Hz PWM Flicker Free Dimming, Dynamic Dimming, Circadian Night Display, Nature Tone Display
Not verified
Display — Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Inner screen: 2352 × 2172 Pixels; External screen: 2376 × 1060 Pixels
Not verified
Display — Gestures
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Display — Brightness
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
HDR Peak Brightness: 5000 nits; Global Peak Brightness: Inner screen 1300 nits, External screen 1800 nits
Not verified
Display — Screen Glass Material
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Inner screen: HONOR Super Armored Inner Screen; External screen: HONOR Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield
Not verified
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
3×Dedicated telephoto reach · Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Rear camera modules
3
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Not verifiedHONOR's UK specification lists 4K (3840×2160) recording and does not state whether 8K is supported.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 50 MP (f/1.6, OIS); Telephoto: 64 MP, 3x optical (OIS); Ultra-wide: 50 MP; Front: 20 MP (main and cover screens); Video: up to 4KApertures: ultra-wide f/2.0, telephoto f/2.5, both front cameras f/2.2. Up to 100x digital zoom; EIS+OIS stabilisation.
50 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephotoPhysical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Front cameraDiffers
Inner screen: 20 MP (f/2.2); Outer screen: 20 MP (f/2.2)
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Rear Camera — Rear Camera
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
50 MP ultra-wide camera (f/2.0); 50 MP wide camera (f/1.6, OIS); 64 MP telephoto camera (f/2.5, OIS)
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Support for 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels)
Not verified
Rear Camera — Focus Mode
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Supports 3x optical zoom, 100x Digital zoom
Not verified
Rear Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
9216 × 6912 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
3840 × 2160 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Rear Flashlight
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Rear single LED flash
Not verified
Rear Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
AI Motion Sensing Capture, AI photography, Super Wide Angle, Aperture, Multi-Video, Night shot, Portrait mode, Photo, Pro mode, Video, Panorama, Watermark, Scan Document, HIGH-RES, Super Macro, Capture smiles, Time-lapse, Timer, Movie, Slow-MO, Story, Light Painting, HDR
Not verified
Rear Camera — Stabilization Mode
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
EIS+OIS
Not verified
Front Camera — Front Camera
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
20 MP wide camera (f/2.2) on the inner screen; 20 MP wide camera (f/2.2) on the outer screen
Not verified
Front Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
5120 × 3840 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
3840 × 2160 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Supported 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels)
Not verified
Front Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Portrait, Watermark, Capture smiles, Mirror reflection, Timer, Night, Gesture control
Not verified
Front Camera — Face Recognition
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Supported 2D face unlock
Not verified
Rear-system optical stabilisation
YesOIS listed on the 50MP wide and 64MP telephoto cameras; not listed for the ultra-wide.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Optical-quality reach
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
YesThe S25 launch table explicitly attaches OIS to the Wide lens.
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
30 fpsCamera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Claimed video playbackUp-to manufacturer claims. Playback protocols differ.
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
29 hoursPublished local-video playback · Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
Wireless charging
Yes50W Wireless HONOR SuperCharge
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
5820 mAh; 66 W wired, 50 W wirelessTypical capacity (rated 5690 mAh); lithium-polymer. Wired HONOR SuperCharge up to 20V/3.3A, compatible with 11V/3.2A or 5V/2A.
4000 mAh typical · up to 29 hours local video · up to 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapterTypical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Typical battery capacityDiffers
5820 mAhTypical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
4000 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Maximum wired charging power
66 WCompatible charger and cable required.
Not verified25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Wireless charging power
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
50 W
Not verified
Battery — Capacity
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
5820 mAh (typical value), 5690 mAh (rated value)
Not verified
Battery — Type
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Lithium polymer battery
Not verified
Battery — Wired Charging
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
66W HONOR SuperCharge; The phone supports up to 20V/3.3A SuperCharge, compatible with 11V/3.2A or 5V/2A.
Not verified
Battery — Wireless Charging
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
50W Wireless HONOR SuperCharge
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
YesExplicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
3885 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesUp to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
50%Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Published wired charge test duration
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
2000 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
7 yearsPublished security update term · Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Update supportDiffers
At least 5 years of security, corrective and functionality updatesMinimum declared on the EU product-information sheet; it does not give an Android version-upgrade count or a calendar end date.
Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launchMajor-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Stylus support
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
YesHONOR Magic-Pen only; not included in the box, sold separately.
Not verified
Launch operating system
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Android 15 · One UI 7Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
ChipsetDiffers
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for GalaxyUK S25 launch explicitly names Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy. No benchmark is inferred.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
16 GB RAM; 512 GB storageSelected UK configuration; RAM is physical memory.
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
UK model MBH-N49. Networks: 5G (NR), 4G (LTE TDD/LTE FDD), 3G (WCDMA), 2G (GSM). SIM: SIM1 + SIM2, SIM1 + eSIM, or eSIM1 + eSIM2.eSIM availability may vary by country and carrier. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-S931BDBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIMActual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Storage capacityConfiguration
512 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacityDiffers
16 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Inner: foldable OLED; Outer: OLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Ingress protection claimDiffers
IP58 / IP59HONOR UK lists IP58 and IP59 under IEC 60529; the product-information sheet declares IP58 with a 1.5 m specified immersion depth. Protection is conditional and can decrease with wear; not a waterproofing guarantee.
IP68Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
eSIM only (UK configuration)
NoThe UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
MagicOS 9.0.1 (Based on Android 15)
Not verified
Bluetooth
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Bluetooth 6.0, BLE, LE Audio; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LC3; ASHA hearing-aid protocol
Not verified
Wi-Fi
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
WLAN protocols: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 2x2 MIMO; WLAN frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz; WLAN hotspot and WLAN Direct
Not verified
NFC
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
YesReader/Writer and Card Emulation (SIM, HCE) modes; SIM-based card emulation on SIM1 only.
Not verified
Outer screen diagonal
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
6.43 in
Not verified
Processor — CPU Model
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform
Not verified
Processor — CPU Type
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Octa-core
Not verified
Processor — CPU Dominant Frequency
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
2× Prime 4.32 GHz + 6× Performance 3.53 GHz
Not verified
Processor — GPU
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Adreno 830
Not verified
System — Operating System
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
MagicOS 9.0.1 (Based on Android 15)
Not verified
Memory — Memory
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
16GB+512GB
Not verified
Water and Dust Resistance — Water and Dust Resistance
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
IP58 & IP59
Not verified
Cellular Network — Network Standard
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
5G (NR)/4G (LTE TDD/LTE FDD)/3G (WCDMA)/2G (GSM)
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
SIM1+SIM2 / SIM1+eSIM / eSIM1+eSIM2
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
WLAN protocols: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, 2x2 MIMO; WLAN frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz; WLAN hotspot and WLAN Direct
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Bluetooth
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Bluetooth 6.0, BLE, LE Audio; SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LC3; ASHA hearing-aid protocol
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Others
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Infrared Remote Control; PC Data Sync (Computer need install HonorSuite); OTG (maximum output current 1.5A/5V during reverse power supply); USB: USB Type-C, USB 3.2 GEN1, DP1.2; Earjack: USB Type-C; Video Call (operator and third-party software)
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Positioning
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Support GPS (L1+L5) / AGPS / GLONASS / BeiDou (B1I+B1C+B2a+B2b) / Galileo (E1+E5a+E5b) / QZSS (L1 + L5); Support Cellular Network Positioning / Wi-Fi Network Positioning
Not verified
Sensors — Sensors
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Gravity Sensor; Infrared Sensor; Hall sensor; Fingerprint Sensor; Gyroscope; Compass; Barometric Pressure Sensor; Acceleration Sensor; Ambient Light Sensor; Proximity Sensor
Not verified
Sensors — NFC
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Reader/Writer mode; Card Emulation mode (SIM, HCE)
Not verified
Media and Audio — Video
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
3gp/mp4
Not verified
Media and Audio — Audio
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
mp3/mp4/3gp/ogg/amr/aac/flac/wav/midi
Not verified
Media and Audio — Sound Effect
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
HONOR Sound
Not verified
Media and Audio — Stereo
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Supported
Not verified
In the Box — In the Box
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Phone (Built-in battery) x 1; USB Type-C Cable x 1; Quick Start Guide x 1; Eject Tool x 1; Inner screen protective film (Attached on the phone before delivery) x 1; External screen protective film (Attached on the phone before delivery) x 1; Warranty Card x 1; PU Case x 1
Not verified
EU label: supplier-declared endurance per cycle
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
49 hDeclared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
Not verified
EU label: supplier-declared battery cycles
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
1200 cyclesDeclared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
82440110001010001806
Not verified
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoEarjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Published CPU core count
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
8Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
4.47 GHz · 3.5 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
2032-01-31Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
USB connector and data transfer
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Wireless connectivity
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFCExact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Bluetooth version
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
5.4Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Show unverified (10)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Manufacturer pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Not verifiedPixel density is not stated by the manufacturer.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop GTIN
Sources
Galaxy S25No source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR's UK pages do not list the GTIN (barcode) for this model.
Not verified
Expandable storage
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
RAM technology
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Front 4K recording maximum
Sources
Magic V5No source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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How we calculate scoresHONOR Magic V5
512 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight222 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONORDisplay size7.95 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONORPeak brightness5,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
HDR peak for part of the screen, not full-screen sustained brightness; the test window is not stated. High-brightness-mode and typical figures are listed separately.
HONORClaimed video playbackNot verified
Not published
Claimed charging rateNot verified
Not published
Published total supportNot verified
Not published
Reverse wireless chargingNot verified
Not published
Headphone jackNot verified
Not published
Expandable storageNot verified
Not published
eSIM onlyNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
The UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
HONORIP ratingIP58 / IP59Manufacturer claim · high confidence
HONOR UK lists IP58 and IP59 under IEC 60529; the product-information sheet declares IP58 with a 1.5 m specified immersion depth. Protection is conditional and can decrease with wear; not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONORHONORRAM16 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Maximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Refresh varies by app, content and selected mode. Both panels are listed at up to 120 Hz.
HONORNative telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
- HONOR UK Magic V5 complete technical specificationsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK Magic V5 display features and operating conditionsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR Magic V5 supplier product-information sheet, model MBH-N49HONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK Magic V5 exact configuration and official product galleryHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S25
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight162 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth70.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
SamsungThickness7.2 mmManufacturer claim · high confidence
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
SamsungDisplay size6.2 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Samsung's S25-series FAQ states 2,600 nits; this is a manufacturer peak claim, not an independent measurement.
Samsung UKClaimed video playback29 hoursManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to manufacturer video estimate; test method and settings differ from Apple and OnePlus, so this does not prove cross-brand mixed-use endurance.
SamsungClaimed charging rate1.67% per minuteCalculated from sources · low confidence
Up to 50% in around 30 minutes, 25 W adapter and 3 A USB-C cable, starting at 0% with services, features and display off. 50 divided by 30 minutes; not a sustained charging rate.
SamsungPublished total support7 yearsManufacturer claim · high confidence
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
SamsungWireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
SamsungReverse wireless chargingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
SamsungHeadphone jackNoCalculated from sources · medium confidence
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
SamsungIP ratingIP68Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
SamsungPixel density415.68 ppiCalculated from sources · high confidence
Calculated pixel density, not a separate manufacturer measurement.
sqrt(2340² + 1080²) divided by the published 6.2-inch full-rectangle diagonal.
Samsung Business UKMaximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
SamsungSamsungNative telephoto reach3×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
SamsungSamsungClaimed optical-quality reach2×Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
SamsungSamsungRear camera modules3Manufacturer claim · high confidence
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Samsung8K recordingYesManufacturer claim · high confidence
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
SamsungManufacturer list price£859.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S25 256GB — Specifications and Software SupportSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Compare Galaxy S25 Series — Display CapabilitiesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Sets the Standard of AI Phone as a True AI CompanionSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S25 Navy 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S931BDBGEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S25 UK launch — model tables and charging conditionsSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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