Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3
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Galaxy A06
Starting at
£82.97£156.18 new
Honor Magic V3
Starting at
£552.00What's the difference between the Galaxy A06 and Honor Magic V3?
Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Galaxy A06 starts at £82.97, £469.03 less than the Honor Magic V3.
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- Chipset: Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm) on the Galaxy A06, Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) on the Honor Magic V3.
- The Honor Magic V3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 4 GB.
- The Honor Magic V3 has a bigger battery: 5150 mAh vs 5000 mAh.
Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 specs
The Galaxy A06 and Honor Magic V3 are both 2024 Android phones but suit different users. The Galaxy A06 is a straightforward, traditional smartphone with a large 6.7 inch screen and a 5000 mAh battery. It works well for everyday tasks and offers features like a headphone jack and microSD card slot for extra storage. The Honor Magic V3 is a foldable phone with a much larger 7.92 inch screen, higher resolution, and a faster 120 Hz refresh rate. It has a more powerful chipset, 12 GB of RAM, and 5G support, making it suitable if you want a premium device for multitasking and multimedia. Its dual SIM setup and larger internal storage add to its versatility. Choose the Galaxy A06 for simple, reliable use or the Honor Magic V3 for a feature-rich, flexible experience.
Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 price
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- 512GBSold out
Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery capacity, foldability, and operating system. These factors affect how long the phone runs between charges and the type of experience you get.
Battery Capacity
The Galaxy A06 has a 5000 mAh battery, offering solid endurance for daily use. The Honor Magic V3 has a slightly larger 5150 mAh battery, which complements its larger screen and power demands. Both can last through a full day of typical use but users who rely more on multimedia or multitasking may appreciate the extra capacity in the Honor Magic V3.
Foldable Design
The Honor Magic V3 is foldable, giving you a larger screen that can fold into a more compact shape for portability. This suits users who want a tablet-sized display for videos or multitasking while still fitting a phone in their pocket. The Galaxy A06 is not foldable and has a fixed screen, offering a traditional smartphone shape.
Operating System
Both phones run Android. The Galaxy A06 runs Android.
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Fast charging
Foldable
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Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 performance
Performance depends on the chipset, RAM, and storage options. These specs influence speed, multitasking, and how much data you can keep on the device.
Chipset and Speed
The Galaxy A06 uses the Mediatek Helio G85 chipset, built on a 12 nm process. This setup suits everyday apps, browsing, and light tasks. The Honor Magic V3 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, built on a 4 nm process, which provides more power for demanding apps, gaming, and smooth multitasking.
RAM Capacity
Galaxy A06 has 4 GB of RAM, enough to keep common apps running smoothly and handle standard multitasking. Honor Magic V3 offers 12 GB of RAM, which supports more apps open at once and better performance when switching between tasks or using memory-heavy applications.
Storage Options
Galaxy A06 is available with 64 GB or 128 GB of storage. This covers typical needs for apps, photos, and media. Honor Magic V3 comes with 512 GB of storage, ideal if you store large files, videos, or games directly on your device.
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Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 screen
Screen quality influences how you experience videos, photos, and general use. Here size, resolution, refresh rate, and screen type differ noticeably.
Screen Size and Type
Galaxy A06 has a 6.7 inch PLS LCD screen, which offers a solid viewing area for everyday use. Honor Magic V3 features a much larger 7.92 inch LTPO AMOLED screen, providing richer colours and deeper blacks along with a more immersive experience for media and multitasking.
Resolution and Refresh Rate
The Galaxy A06 has a resolution of 720 by 1600 pixels with a 60 Hz refresh rate, suitable for general usage and video watching. The Honor Magic V3 offers a high resolution of 2156 by 2344 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate, which makes motion smoother and images sharper, benefiting users who enjoy gaming or scrolling through content rapidly.
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Resolution
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Screen type
Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 camera
Audiovisual features include camera resolution and front camera quality, affecting photo clarity and video calls.
Main Camera
Both the Galaxy A06 and Honor Magic V3 have 50 megapixel main cameras. This means both phones can capture detailed photos suitable for everyday photography.
Front Camera
Galaxy A06 has an 8 megapixel front camera, which is good for regular selfies and video calls. The Honor Magic V3 offers a higher 20 megapixel front camera, providing greater detail and clarity, which is useful if you take many selfies or participate in video conferencing.
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Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 size and design
Other features include network compatibility, connectivity options, SIM card setup, and physical characteristics. These specs affect how you connect and carry your phone.
Network and SIM Options
The Galaxy A06 supports 4G mobile networks and uses a single physical SIM card. The Honor Magic V3 supports 5G networks and offers dual physical SIM cards plus eSIM, which adds flexibility if you use multiple phone numbers or travel often.
Connectors and Expandability
Galaxy A06 includes both a USB-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack, allowing you to use standard wired headphones without an adapter. It also has a microSDXC slot to expand storage. Honor Magic V3 has a USB Type-C port but no headphone jack or microSD slot, so storage and audio options rely on built-in hardware and wireless solutions.
Weight
The Galaxy A06 weighs 189 grams, making it a lightweight and convenient phone for everyday carrying. The Honor Magic V3 is heavier at 226 or 230 grams, reflecting its larger screen and foldable design, which users should consider for pocket comfort.
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Galaxy A06 or Honor Magic V3: which should you buy?
Buy the Galaxy A06 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £82.97, £469.03 less than the Honor Magic V3
- you want a headphone jack
- you want a memory card slot
Buy the Honor Magic V3 if
- you want more RAM (12 GB vs 4 GB)
- you want a bigger battery (5150 mAh vs 5000 mAh)
- you want an OLED screen
What our customers say
Customers say the Galaxy A06 looks like new and performs reliably for everyday use. Many mention the battery lasts a long time and the phone handles typical tasks well. Some note it is slower than higher-end models but still satisfactory. Buyers find the refurbished devices suitable for gifts and personal use. One customer mentioned the device charges slowly and does not support contactless payments. Overall, the Galaxy A06 appeals to those who want a dependable, traditional smartphone with good battery life.
Reviews for the Honor Magic V3 highlight its slim design and excellent battery life. Some users appreciate the foldable screen and find the device clean and in good condition. A few note minor issues with button size and app navigation when folded. One user noted the missing charger head despite the higher price. The Honor Magic V3 suits customers looking for a feature-rich phone with a large, flexible display and strong performance.
The Galaxy A06 is a solid choice for anyone seeking a straightforward, reliable phone with good battery and expandable storage. The Honor Magic V3 fits users who want a premium foldable device with high RAM, large screen, and multiple SIM options.
Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 FAQs
Galaxy A06 vs Honor Magic V3 comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Mediatek Helio G85 (12 nm) on the Galaxy A06, Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) on the Honor Magic V3. The Honor Magic V3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 4 GB.
The Galaxy A06 is cheaper refurbished, from £82.97 compared with £552 for the Honor Magic V3.
The Honor Magic V3 has a bigger battery: 5150 mAh vs 5000 mAh.
Both have the same main camera: 50 megapixels.
The Galaxy A06 gets updates until Aug 2028. We don't have published update dates for the Honor Magic V3.
Refurbished, the Galaxy A06 comes in 64GB and 128GB, and the Honor Magic V3 in 512GB.
