Honor Magic V3 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Honor Magic V3 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1399 and $1099. Both devices score the same overall rating of 75/100. Key differences: the Honor Magic V3 has the bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 2,388,314); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 137); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Magic V3
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Honor Magic V3 better?
- Bigger battery: 5150 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2388314
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 6511
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $1099 vs $1399
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
The Honor Magic V3 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge received the same MobileRank rating — 75/100. In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V3 leads (71/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Honor Magic V3 — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Honor Magic V3 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V3 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (97/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Magic V3 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2388314 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9490 | |
| Display | 7.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2156x2344 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 137 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, MagicOS 8.0.1 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.6×145.3×4.3 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $1399 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Honor Magic V3
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Honor Magic V3
- 7.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2156x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor Magic V3
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor Magic V3 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Honor Magic V3 by 21.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Honor Magic V3 are nearly equal (73/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V3 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (71/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Honor Magic V3 (97/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Magic V3 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
Both devices scored 75/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (91/100 vs 82/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic V3 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Honor Magic V3 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic V3 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic V3 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Honor Magic V3 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.