Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 8 Pro came out in 2026, after the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max in 2021, so it's the more recent phone. The Magic 8 Pro has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the iPhone 13 Pro Max's 12MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Magic 8 Pro packs the bigger battery, 6270mAh against 4352mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. Storage goes higher on the iPhone 13 Pro Max, up to 1TB against 512GB, and the Magic 8 Pro uses an OLED panel, which gives it richer contrast than the iPhone 13 Pro Max's LCD. Only pay up for the Magic 8 Pro if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 13 Pro Max makes more sense.
If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £300 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.2
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.71" |
| Display | Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1206 x 2808 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 455 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,352 mAh | 6,270 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 16 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM + Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | Info unavailable | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 238 grams | 219 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£29.99/mo
£169.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £300.00 | £739.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a 200 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 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £300.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 19g lighter at 219 grams.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic 8 Pro runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.