Apple iPhone 13 mini vs HONOR Magic V5 5G

Our Verdict: The clearest split between Apple iPhone 13 Mini 5G and HONOR Magic V5 5G is display quality against portability. For the HONOR, that means a larger 8-inch screen, its Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera. The iPhone is easier to recommend for a sharper 477 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 141g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the HONOR is the Android choice. Go with the HONOR for display quality; lean toward the iPhone if portability is higher on your list.

The iPhone 13 Mini is the cheaper one to own: around £535 over a typical contract, £772 less than the V5 5G.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
5.4" 7.95"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch
477 403
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
2,406 mAh 5,820 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm
Weight
141 grams 222 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m
Contracts
£19.00/mo (£29.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£979.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£208.00 £739.00
Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini HONOR Magic V5 5G HONOR Magic V5 5G
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 5.4" 7.95"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch 477 403
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 2,406 mAh 5,820 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm
Weight 141 grams 222 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m
Contracts £19.00/mo
£29.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£979.00 upfront
SIM-free £208.00 £739.00
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Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

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100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£19 per month, £29 upfront.

HONOR Magic V5 5G
HONOR Magic V5 5G

24 Months

512GB

Dawn Gold

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13 per month, £979 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or HONOR Magic V5 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper on contract at £535.00 over the life of the deal from £19.00 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic V5 5G has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £208.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and HONOR Magic V5 5G use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 81g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm, and is slimmer at 7.7mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR Magic V5 5G is rated IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m.

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and HONOR Magic V5 5G run?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic V5 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.