HONOR
Magic7 Lite
6.78″ · AMOLED · 120 Hz · Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
512 GB · 8 GB RAM · Titanium Black · UK BRP-NX1MFull product profile
Titanium Black YOUR PHONE FACE-OFF
Real specs. Clear sources.Exact variants · Checked 4 Sept 2026HONOR Magic7 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S26
Titanium Black
WHO EACH ONE SUITS
Choose the Magic7 Lite if…
- you want a larger battery: 6,600 vs 4,300 mAh Source: HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera: 16 vs 12 MP Source: HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
- you want the larger 6.78″ screen Source: HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specifications (opens in a new tab)
Choose the Galaxy S26 if…
- you want a lighter phone: 167 g vs 189 g Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want a narrower body: 71.7 vs 75.5 mm Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you prefer the smaller 6.3″ screen Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
- you want the higher IP68 water-resistance class (vs IP64) Source: Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUB (opens in a new tab)
Samsung
Galaxy S26
6.3 inches. Just 167 grams.
256 GB · 12 GB RAM · Sky Blue · UK SM-S942BLBGEUBFull product profile
Sky BlueListed configurations: Magic7 Lite 512 GB, Galaxy S26 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.
Magic7 Lite
0.48″ larger diagonal.
Bigger is a preference, not a quality score.
- Magic7 Lite
- 6.78″
- Galaxy S26
- 6.3″
Relative diagonals · illustrative shape, not actual size
DATA INCOMPLETE
Camera details matter.
Dedicated telephoto reach. No digital or crop zoom.
- Magic7 Lite
- Not verified
- Galaxy S26
- 3×
Lens illustration · not an image-quality test
DATA INCOMPLETE
Playback on paper.
Up-to claims. Different test methods; no endurance winner.
- Magic7 Lite
- Not verified
- Galaxy S26
- Up to 30h
Arcs on a shared 0–40 h scale · not mixed-use battery life
WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?
Full specifications ↓Key differences
16 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 5 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 2 manufacturer descriptions restating separately listed fields are grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Chipset
In Visual factsMagic7 LiteSnapdragon 6 Gen 1
Galaxy S26Samsung Exynos 2600
Sources
Galaxy S26
UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesDifferent hardware. A chip name or generation does not quantify real-world performance.
Typical battery capacity
In Visual factsMagic7 Lite6600 mAh
Galaxy S264300 mAh
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Typical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Direct typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCapacity, 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
Magic7 LiteMain: 108 MP (f/1.75, OIS); Second camera: 5 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45)
Galaxy S2650 MP main · 12 MP ultra-wide · 10 MP 3× telephoto
Sources
Magic7 Lite
HONOR's UK spec calls the 5 MP camera a 'Wide Camera' without stating its role (ultra-wide, macro or depth), so it is shown as the second camera. The 108 MP main camera also has EIS per the product page.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Physical lenses are individually identified by the launch table. Cropped optical-quality modes are not extra modules.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Physical RAM
In Visual factsMagic7 Lite8 GB
Galaxy S2612 GB
Sources
Galaxy S26
Explicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Software update policy
Magic7 LiteAt least 5 years of security, corrective and functionality updates
Galaxy S26Seven OS generations · seven years of security updates from first global launch
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Minimum declared on the EU product-information sheet; it does not give an Android version-upgrade count or a calendar end date.
HONOR Magic7 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model BRP-NX1MGalaxy S26
Major-version count and total security duration remain separate; neither is years remaining or hardware lifespan.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBDistinguish Android upgrades from security coverage. A total term from launch is not the support remaining from today or from purchase.
Battery and charging
Magic7 Lite6600 mAh; 66 W wired
Galaxy S264300 mAh typical · up to 30 hours local video · up to 55% charge in around 30 minutes with a 25 W adapter
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Typical capacity (rated 6500 mAh); lithium-polymer, described on HONOR's UK product page as a silicon-carbon battery. No wireless charging is listed.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Typical capacity, playback and charge endpoint are different manufacturer claims. Adapter power is not maximum handset input or sustained measured power.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesManufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.
Show 10 more verified differences
Display resolution
Magic7 Lite2700 × 1224
Galaxy S262340 × 1080
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Front camera
Magic7 Lite16 MP (f/2.45)
Galaxy S2612 MP · f/2.2 · autofocus
Sources
Galaxy S26
The separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Ingress protection
In Visual factsMagic7 LiteIP64
Galaxy S26IP68
Sources
Magic7 Lite
From the linked exact-model product-information sheet; protection is conditional, not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONOR Magic7 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model BRP-NX1MGalaxy S26
Controlled submersion up to 1.5 m freshwater for 30 minutes; resistance can diminish and is not a permanent waterproof guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Display panel
Magic7 LiteAMOLED
Galaxy S26Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Sources
Galaxy S26
Explicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Claimed peak brightness
Magic7 Lite4000 nits
Galaxy S262600 nits
Sources
Magic7 Lite
HONOR's footnote calls 4000 nits the peak brightness, HONOR Lab data effective only when the corresponding video source is played full screen; the headline labels the same figure "Typical Brightness". Not an HDR-labelled or sustained full-screen measurement.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Galaxy S26 256GB — SpecificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Rear camera modules
Magic7 Lite2
Galaxy S263
Sources
Galaxy S26
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCompare the camera hardware and recording modes. Matching megapixels or zoom do not mean identical cameras.
Screen diagonal
Magic7 Lite6.78 in
Galaxy S266.3 in
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Height
Magic7 Lite162.8 mm
Galaxy S26149.6 mm
Sources
A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Weight
In Visual factsMagic7 Lite189 g
Galaxy S26167 g
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Width
Magic7 Lite75.5 mm
Galaxy S2671.7 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer wording of separate fields (2)
Combined manufacturer descriptions whose values are listed as separate differences. Kept here so every verified difference stays in one list.
Display specification
Magic7 Lite6.78-inch AMOLED; 2700 × 1224; up to 120 Hz
Galaxy S266.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X · 2340 × 1080 · adaptive up to 120 Hz
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Brightness: HONOR's product page headlines 4000 nits as 'Typical Brightness', while its footnote calls the same figure peak brightness (HONOR Lab, full-screen video playback only); with no consistently labelled peak or HBM figure, brightness is kept out of the value. Also 19.85:9 aspect ratio; 1.07 billion colours; multi-touch with up to 10 touch points.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Exact model diagonal and pixel dimensions; shared adaptive-range claim is from the named UK launch table.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Dimensions
Magic7 Lite162.8 × 75.5 × 7.98 mm (height × width × thickness) in Titanium Black
Galaxy S26149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)
Sources
Galaxy S26
Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Small physical differences (1)
Thickness
Magic7 Lite7.98 mm
Galaxy S267.2 mm
Sources
Galaxy S26
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Configuration & compatibility details (3)
Storage
Magic7 Lite512 GB
Galaxy S26256 GB
Sources
Galaxy S26
Explicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA 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
Magic7 Lite8 GB RAM; 512 GB storage
Galaxy S2612 GB RAM · 256 GB storage
Sources
Galaxy S26
Exact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBA 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
Magic7 LiteUK model BRP-NX1M. Networks: 5G NR, 4G LTE FDD, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM. SIM: Nano SIM + eSIM.
Galaxy S26UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 12 GB / 256 GB · nano-SIM + eSIM
Sources
Magic7 Lite
HONOR's UK specification lists 4G as 'LTE FDD/FDD' and does not mention LTE TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Actual retrieved selected-SKU response, not a guessed order code. Identity does not establish current stock or carrier compatibility.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBThese descriptions or measurements differ. Wording alone does not establish a different capability; check the exact configuration.
Missing or non-comparable evidence (108)
Main-camera aperture control
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Fixed f/1.8
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The table lists UHD120 under Slow Motion, not ordinary rear 4K capture. A normal-mode maximum needs additional mode-specific evidence.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front 4K recording maximum
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
General Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Main camera optical stabilisation
Magic7 LiteYes
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
OIS (with EIS) is explicitly identified on the 108MP main camera; not on the 5MP camera.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR UK Magic7 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26
The exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear Camera - Auto Focus
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
The manufacturer does not say whether the rear cameras have autofocus.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Explicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - Auto Focus
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Front camera listed as 16MP (F2.45) without focus type.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Front Camera - OIS
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
The manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Rear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Claimed video playback
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S2630 hours
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
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 S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Maximum published wired charging power
Magic7 Lite66 W
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Compatible charger and cable required.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
25 W is the named adapter in the source test; a maximum sustained handset-input value is not established by that requirement.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Time to 50% wired charge
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Storage technology
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Expandable storage
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless connectivity
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 5.4 · NFC
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU connectivity rows. S26 Bluetooth5.4 is not replaced with Plus/Ultra6.0; regulatory/provider/equipment limits apply.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
eSIM support
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published support term
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S267 years
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Seven years from first global launch, not seven years from purchase.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Promised OS version upgrades
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S267
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Launch operating system
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Android 16 · One UI 8.5
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wi-Fi
Magic7 Lite802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi Hotspot; Wi-Fi Direct
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth
Magic7 LiteBluetooth 5.1
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26USB-C · USB 3.2 Gen 1
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact connector and USB generation. No measured transfer rate, USB 3.2 Gen 2 or supplied cable speed is inferred.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Bluetooth version
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S265.4
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge test duration
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S2630 minutes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Around 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published wired charge endpoint
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S2655%
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Up-to endpoint in around 30 minutes with a 25 W compatible adapter; mode, start-state and screen conditions remain source-specific.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU clock groups
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S263.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHz
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Multiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published CPU core count
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S2610
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung DeX support
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Dual eSIM support
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
EU label: supplier-declared battery cycles
Magic7 Lite1200 cycles
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR Magic7 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model BRP-NX1MGalaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite59 h
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Declared on the EU product information sheet under its standard test; not a video-playback figure or an independent test.
HONOR Magic7 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model BRP-NX1MGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Headphone jack
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Earjack is explicitly USB Type-C; this is retained as a derived connector interpretation rather than native analogue-jack support.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
RAM technology
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S261200 cycles
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Manufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Native telephoto reach
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S263×
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Native optical lens maximum, separate from optical-quality crop reach.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
NFC
Magic7 LiteYes
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteMagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S262×
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBGalaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer pixel density
Magic7 Lite437 ppi
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Published pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Pixel density
Magic7 Lite437 ppi
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Published pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite display features and operating conditionsGalaxy S26
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.
Built-in Privacy Display
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Samsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rated minimum battery capacity
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S264175 mAh
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S2630 fps
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Camera capture maximum, separate from playback-only 8K60 in Audio and Video.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
User-removable battery
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26No
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
The exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Reverse wireless charging
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
Not verified for this exact model.
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit support with Qi/accessory limits; may fail below 30% battery or with certain cases/devices and can affect reception.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Published security update end date
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S262033-02-28
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Capacity
Magic7 Lite6600 mAh (typical value)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Battery — Type
Magic7 LiteLithium polymer battery
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite66W
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite5G (NR); 4G (LTE FDD/FDD); 3G (WCDMA); 2G (GSM)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 1
Magic7 LiteNano SIM card
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 2
Magic7 LiteeSIM
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteBluetooth 5.1
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 — Network-Based Positioning
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 — OTG
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteGPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 — Video Call
Magic7 LiteSupport (operators and third-party software)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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-Based Positioning
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 Direct
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 Frequency
Magic7 Lite2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 Hotspot
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 Protocols
Magic7 Lite802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite7.98 mm
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite162.8 mm
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteApprox. 189 g (including the battery)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite75.5 mm
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Aspect Ratio
Magic7 Lite19.85:9
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Colour
Magic7 Lite1.07 billion colors
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Gestures
Magic7 LiteMulti-touch gestures, up to 10 touch points supported
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Resolution
Magic7 Lite2700 × 1224
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Size
Magic7 Lite6.78 inches
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Display — Type
Magic7 LiteAMOLED
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LitePortrait (including beauty mode), Moving Photo, Filter, Capture smile, Mirror reflection, Timer, Gesture control
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteSupport 2D Face Recognition
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite16 MP (f/2.45)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite3456 × 4608 pixels
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite2520 × 1080 pixels
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite1080p (up to 2520 × 1080)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LitePhone (battery included); USB Type-C Cable; Eject pin; Quick Start Guide; TP protective film; Warranty card
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 — Earjack
Magic7 LiteType-C
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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 — USB
Magic7 LiteUSB Type-C, USB 2.0
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Memory — Memory
Magic7 Lite8GB+512GB
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite4× A78 @ 2.2 GHz + 4× A55 @ 1.8 GHz
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteSnapdragon 6 Gen 1
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteOcta-core
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — Features
Magic7 LiteFace Recognition/One-Handed mode
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — GPU
Magic7 LiteAdreno A710
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Processor — Keyboard Type
Magic7 LiteGestures, Three-key navigation, Navigation dock
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteHighlights Capture, Moving Photo, AI photography, Aperture, Night, Portrait (including beauty mode), Pro, Panorama, HDR, Filter, time-lapse photography, High-res, Capture smile, Slow-motion, Wide Angle, Multi-Video, Watermark, Scan Document, Timer
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite10x digital zoom
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite12000 × 9000 pixels
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite108 MP main camera (f/1.75, OIS); 5 MP wide camera (f/2.2)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite3840 × 2160 pixels
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 Lite4K
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Ambient Light Sensor
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Compass
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Fingerprint Sensor
Magic7 LiteSupport, support fingerprint unlock
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Gravity Sensor
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Gyroscope
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — NFC
Magic7 LiteSupported
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Sensors — Proximity Sensor
Magic7 LiteSupport
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteMagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
System — User Interface
Magic7 LiteMagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
No source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Stereo support
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Explicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
US model distinction
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
This UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
8K video recording
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
HONOR UK lists "Support 4K video shooting" and video up to 3840*2160; 8K is not listed and no explicit exclusion is stated, so absence remains unknown.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Yes
Sources
Magic7 Lite
A missing wireless-charging entry is kept unknown.
HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsGalaxy S26
Named wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Wireless charging power
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Galaxy S26
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
Magic7 LiteNot verified
Galaxy S26Not verified
Sources
Magic7 Lite
No source recorded for this side.
Galaxy S26
Named wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
4 shared fields have the same recorded value.
COMPARE THE DETAILS
Full specifications
All specs137 specificationsMagic7 LiteGalaxy S26
Magic7 LiteGalaxy S26WeightDiffers
Sources
189g
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
167g
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
WidthDiffers
Sources
75.5mm
71.7mm
Labelled width; larger is not automatically preferable.
ThicknessDiffers
Sources
7.98mm
7.2mm
Labelled depth, without an invented camera-bump measurement.
DimensionsDiffers
Sources
162.8 × 75.5 × 7.98 mm (height × width × thickness) in Titanium Black
149.6 × 71.7 × 7.2 mm (height × width × depth)Uses the labelled SKU table HxWxD order, not launch width-first positions.
Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Titanium Black
Not verified
Form factor
Sources
slab
slabExplicit Touchscreen Bar form.
HeightDiffers
Sources
162.8 mm
149.6 mmLabelled height.
Dimensions and Weight — Height
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
162.8 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Width
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
75.5 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Depth
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
7.98 mm
Not verified
Dimensions and Weight — Weight
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Approx. 189 g (including the battery)
Not verified
Screen sizeDiffers
Sources
6.78″
Screen diagonal · Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
6.3″
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
Published peak brightnessManufacturer peak claims use different test conditions.Differs
Sources
4000 nits
Claimed peak brightness · HONOR's footnote calls 4000 nits the peak brightness, HONOR Lab data effective only when the corresponding video source is played full screen; the headline labels the same figure "Typical Brightness". Not an HDR-labelled or sustained full-screen measurement.
2600 nits
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
437 ppiPublished pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
Maximum refresh rate
120Hz
Maximum display refresh rate · Maximum advertised refresh; the active rate varies by app, content and selected mode.
120Hz
Up-to adaptive 120 Hz; not a constant refresh rate or response-time result.
Display specificationDiffers
6.78-inch AMOLED; 2700 × 1224; up to 120 HzBrightness: HONOR's product page headlines 4000 nits as 'Typical Brightness', while its footnote calls the same figure peak brightness (HONOR Lab, full-screen video playback only); with no consistently labelled peak or HBM figure, brightness is kept out of the value. Also 19.85:9 aspect ratio; 1.07 billion colours; multi-touch with up to 10 touch points.
6.3-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
Sources
2700 × 1224
2340 × 1080Exact model pixel dimensions; FHD+ and QHD+ remain different tiers.
Manufacturer pixel density
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
437 ppiPublished pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
Not verified
Display — Size
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
6.78 inches
Not verified
Display — Aspect Ratio
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
19.85:9
Not verified
Display — Colour
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
1.07 billion colors
Not verified
Display — Type
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
AMOLED
Not verified
Display — Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
2700 × 1224
Not verified
Display — Gestures
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Multi-touch gestures, up to 10 touch points supported
Not verified
Built-in Privacy Display
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
NoSamsung explicitly says only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Manual activation, viewing-angle effects and residual visibility limits apply; it is not an AI feature or a privacy guarantee.
Native telephoto reach
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo 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 modulesDiffers
Sources
2
3
Named physical camera inventory; optical-quality crops are not extra cameras.
8K video recording
Sources
Not verifiedHONOR UK lists "Support 4K video shooting" and video up to 3840*2160; 8K is not listed and no explicit exclusion is stated, so absence remains unknown.
Yes8K recording · The capture row explicitly lists UHD8K at 30 fps.
Camera systemDiffers
Main: 108 MP (f/1.75, OIS); Second camera: 5 MP (f/2.2); Front: 16 MP (f/2.45)HONOR's UK spec calls the 5 MP camera a 'Wide Camera' without stating its role (ultra-wide, macro or depth), so it is shown as the second camera. The 108 MP main camera also has EIS per the product page.
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
Sources
16 MP (f/2.45)
12 MP · f/2.2 · autofocusThe separate Front Camera rows identify pixels, aperture and autofocus.
Rear Camera — Rear Camera
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
108 MP main camera (f/1.75, OIS); 5 MP wide camera (f/2.2)
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
4K
Not verified
Rear Camera — Focus Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
10x digital zoom
Not verified
Rear Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
12000 × 9000 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
3840 × 2160 pixels
Not verified
Rear Camera — Rear Flashlight
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Rear Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Highlights Capture, Moving Photo, AI photography, Aperture, Night, Portrait (including beauty mode), Pro, Panorama, HDR, Filter, time-lapse photography, High-res, Capture smile, Slow-motion, Wide Angle, Multi-Video, Watermark, Scan Document, Timer
Not verified
Front Camera — Front Camera
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
16 MP (f/2.45)
Not verified
Front Camera — Image Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
3456 × 4608 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Resolution
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
2520 × 1080 pixels
Not verified
Front Camera — Video Shooting
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
1080p (up to 2520 × 1080)
Not verified
Front Camera — Capture Mode
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Portrait (including beauty mode), Moving Photo, Filter, Capture smile, Mirror reflection, Timer, Gesture control
Not verified
Front Camera — Face Recognition
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support 2D Face Recognition
Not verified
Rear camera autofocus
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the rear cameras have autofocus.
YesExplicit rear-system autofocus; no focus-speed score is inferred.
Rear-system optical stabilisation
YesOIS is stated for the 108MP main camera; not for the 5MP camera.
YesExplicit rear-system Yes; not proof every lens has OIS.
Main camera optical stabilisation
YesOIS (with EIS) is explicitly identified on the 108MP main camera; not on the 5MP camera.
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table gives rear-system OIS but does not attach it to every lens. Lens-specific proof remains separate.
Front camera autofocus
Sources
Not verifiedFront camera listed as 16MP (F2.45) without focus type.
YesExplicit front autofocus Yes.
Optical-quality reach
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
2×Main-sensor/crop claim, not an additional native lens.
Main-camera aperture control
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Fixed f/1.8Aperture is matched to the named Wide lens, not another row or telephoto aperture.
Rear 8K recording maximum
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo 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
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
30 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
Sources
Not verifiedA missing wireless-charging entry is kept unknown.
YesNamed wireless charging support with WPC-compatible equipment, not a guaranteed charging rate.
Battery and chargingDiffers
6600 mAh; 66 W wiredTypical capacity (rated 6500 mAh); lithium-polymer, described on HONOR's UK product page as a silicon-carbon battery. No wireless charging is listed.
4300 mAh typical · up to 30 hours local video · up to 55% 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
Sources
6600 mAhTypical UK capacity; it is not a measured battery-life result.
4300 mAhDirect typical capacity, separate from rated minimum.
Maximum wired charging power
Sources
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.
Battery — Capacity
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
6600 mAh (typical value)
Not verified
Battery — Type
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Lithium polymer battery
Not verified
Battery — Wired Charging
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
66W
Not verified
Wireless PowerShare
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo 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
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
4175 mAhThe manufacturer footnote separately identifies this model’s rated/minimum capacity.
Published wired charge endpoint
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
55%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
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
30 minutesAround 30 minutes for the stated endpoint, not a comparable 50%-charge time.
User-removable battery
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
NoThe exact table explicitly states Removable No.
Published minimum battery endurance cycles
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
1200 cyclesManufacturer eco-design cycles; this retained table does not specify the capacity-retention threshold. No percentage is invented.
Published support term
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo 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.
Launch operating system
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Android 16 · One UI 8.5Launch table wording, not a claim about the latest available or installed release.
Promised OS version upgrades
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
7Seven generations of OS updates; not the same quantity as years of support.
ChipsetDiffers
Sources
Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Samsung Exynos 2600UK S26/S26+ launch table explicitly names Exynos 2600. Other regional Snapdragon configurations are not substituted.
RAM and storage configurationConfiguration
Sources
8 GB RAM; 512 GB storageSelected UK configuration.
12 GB RAM · 256 GB storageExact selected SKU table; neither 16 GB / 1 TB Ultra nor another capacity is substituted.
Compared regional modelConfiguration
Sources
UK model BRP-NX1M. Networks: 5G NR, 4G LTE FDD, 3G WCDMA, 2G GSM. SIM: Nano SIM + eSIM.HONOR's UK specification lists 4G as 'LTE FDD/FDD' and does not mention LTE TDD. Check carrier support if you plan to use it outside the UK.
UK SM-S942BLBGEUB · 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
Sources
512 GB
256 GBExplicit internal capacity; available free space changes with software.
RAM capacityDiffers
Sources
8 GB
12 GBExplicit Memory_(GB), distinct from storage.
Panel technologyDiffers
Sources
AMOLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2XExplicit panel designation, without independent motion or contrast claims.
Ingress protection claimDiffers
IP64From the linked exact-model product-information sheet; protection is conditional, 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)
Sources
NoThe UK specification lists a physical SIM configuration.
NoExplicit physical Nano-SIM support.
Launch software listed by manufacturer
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
MagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
Not verified
Bluetooth
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Bluetooth 5.1
Not verified
Wi-Fi
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz; Wi-Fi Hotspot; Wi-Fi Direct
Not verified
NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Yes
Not verified
Processor — CPU Model
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Not verified
Processor — CPU Type
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Octa-core
Not verified
Processor — CPU Dominant Frequency
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
4× A78 @ 2.2 GHz + 4× A55 @ 1.8 GHz
Not verified
Processor — GPU
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Adreno A710
Not verified
Processor — Keyboard Type
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Gestures, Three-key navigation, Navigation dock
Not verified
Processor — Features
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Face Recognition/One-Handed mode
Not verified
System — Operating System
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
MagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
Not verified
System — User Interface
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
MagicOS 8.0 (based on Android 14)
Not verified
Memory — Memory
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
8GB+512GB
Not verified
Cellular Network — Network Standard
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
5G (NR); 4G (LTE FDD/FDD); 3G (WCDMA); 2G (GSM)
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card 1
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Nano SIM card
Not verified
Cellular Network — SIM Card 2
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
eSIM
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi Protocols
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi Frequency
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi Hotspot
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi Direct
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Bluetooth
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Bluetooth 5.1
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Video Call
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support (operators and third-party software)
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — OTG
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Positioning
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Network-Based Positioning
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Connectivity and Location — Wi-Fi-Based Positioning
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Sensors — Gravity Sensor
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Sensors — Fingerprint Sensor
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support, support fingerprint unlock
Not verified
Sensors — Gyroscope
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Sensors — Compass
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Sensors — NFC
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Supported
Not verified
Sensors — Ambient Light Sensor
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Sensors — Proximity Sensor
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Support
Not verified
Media and Audio — USB
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
USB Type-C, USB 2.0
Not verified
Media and Audio — Earjack
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Type-C
Not verified
In the Box — In the Box
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Phone (battery included); USB Type-C Cable; Eject pin; Quick Start Guide; TP protective film; Warranty card
Not verified
EU label: supplier-declared endurance per cycle
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
59 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 S26No 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
3.5 mm headphone jack
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo 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.
Expandable storage
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Galaxy S26Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 Series
Not verifiedNot verified for this exact model.
NoSamsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Published CPU core count
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
10Exact SKU table; core count alone is not performance.
Published CPU clock groups
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
3.8 GHz · 3.26 GHz · 2.76 GHzMultiple clock groups, not a sustained all-core clock or benchmark.
Published security update end date
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
2033-02-28Exact model-specific Valid until date, without calculating a support-start date from it.
USB connector and data transfer
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo 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
Magic7 LiteNo 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
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
5.4Exact model row, not a family-wide substitution.
eSIM support
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit embedded-SIM and mixed/dual-eSIM arrangements; provider support remains separate.
Dual eSIM support
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit SIM Slot Type includes Dual eSIM.
Stereo support
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExplicit stereo support; not a measured audio-quality score.
Samsung DeX support
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
YesExact SKU services table says Yes; display, cable and software setup requirements remain.
Show unverified (11)Not verified or conflicting for both phones. Kept for completeness; never counted as a difference.
Wireless charging power
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Not verifiedNot stated by the manufacturer.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop GTIN
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR's UK pages do not list the GTIN (barcode) for this model.
Not verified
Manufacturer shop SKU
Sources
Galaxy S26No source recorded
Not verifiedHONOR's UK shop lists two out-of-stock £399.99 listings: SKU 82440110001010001302 (Titanium Purple) and SKU 82440110001010001303 (colour not stated), so the Titanium Black SKU is not confirmed.
Not verified
Front camera optical stabilisation
Sources
Not verifiedThe manufacturer does not say whether the front camera has optical stabilisation.
Not verifiedRear-system OIS is not transferred to the front lens.
RAM technology
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify the LPDDR generation.
Storage technology
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe exact SKU table does not identify a UFS version.
US model distinction
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThis UK SKU does not establish an exact US SKU, chipset, radio or warranty configuration.
Time to 50% wired charge
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedThe source publishes a different endpoint. It does not establish a 0–50% time, and no linear interpolation is used.
Published wireless charging maximum
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedNamed wireless charging generation is not a numeric wattage. No number is inferred from an accessory rating.
Ordinary rear 4K recording maximum
Sources
Magic7 LiteNo 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
Magic7 LiteNo source recorded
Not verified
Not verifiedGeneral Video Recording Resolution does not establish the front-camera maximum.
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How we calculate scoresHONOR Magic7 Lite
512 GB · checked 28 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight189 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Selected black finish, including battery; other finishes may differ.
HONORWidth75.5 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Thickness7.98 mmManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Display size6.78 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Rectangular diagonal; rounded corners reduce viewable area.
HONORPeak brightness4,000 nitsManufacturer claim · high confidence
HONOR's footnote calls 4000 nits the peak brightness, HONOR Lab data effective only when the corresponding video source is played full screen; the headline labels the same figure "Typical Brightness". Not an HDR-labelled or sustained full-screen measurement.
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 ratingIP64Manufacturer claim · high confidence
From the linked exact-model product-information sheet; protection is conditional, not a waterproofing guarantee.
HONORRAM8 GBManufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Pixel density437 ppiManufacturer claim · high confidence
Published pixel density; rounded diagonal and usable display area can differ.
HONORMaximum refresh rate120 HzManufacturer claim · high confidence
Maximum advertised refresh; the active rate varies by app, content and selected mode.
HONORNative telephoto reachNot verified
Not published
Claimed optical-quality reachNot verified
Not published
Rear camera modules2Manufacturer claim · high confidenceHONOR
Manufacturer list priceNot verified
All sources4
- HONOR UK Magic7 Lite complete technical specificationsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK Magic7 Lite display features and operating conditionsHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR Magic7 Lite supplier product-information sheet, model BRP-NX1MHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
- HONOR UK Magic7 Lite exact configuration and official product galleryHONOR · accessed 10 Sept 2026
Samsung Galaxy S26
256 GB · checked 4 Sept 2026
Specifications & verification
Weight167 gManufacturer claim · high confidence
Exact UK device mass, not parcel or differently configured mass.
SamsungWidth71.7 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 size6.3 inchesManufacturer claim · high confidence
Full-rectangle advertised diagonal; rounded corners and camera hole reduce viewable area.
SamsungPeak brightness2,600 nitsManufacturer claim · medium confidence
Manufacturer's FAQ lists 2,600-nit peak for both S26 and S26+; not independently measured.
Samsung Business UKClaimed video playback30 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.
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.
SamsungExpandable storageNoManufacturer claim · high confidence
Samsung's model comparison marks Micro SD as N/A. Storage capacity is verified against the model-specific specification.
Samsung UKIP 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 densityNot verified
Not published
Maximum 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£879.00Reference only · not a live offer or current priceSamsung Newsroom UK
All sources6
- Galaxy S26 256GB — SpecificationsSamsung Business UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone YetSamsung Newsroom UK · accessed 21 Sept 2026
- Introducing the Latest Galaxy S26 SeriesSamsung UK · accessed 3 Sept 2026
- Galaxy S26 Sky Blue 256 GB — exact UK SKU SM-S942BLBGEUBSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 UK launch — separate Ultra and S26/S26+ tablesSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
- Galaxy S26 Ultra 256 GB Cobalt Violet — exact UK business SKUSamsung · accessed 14 Oct 2026
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