Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max vs HONOR Magic V6 5G

Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic V6 5G leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max's 12MP, plus a 20MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the V6 5G packs the bigger battery, 5150mAh against 4352mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.7", while the iPhone 13 Pro Max has the sharper one at 457 PPI, and storage goes higher on the iPhone 13 Pro Max, up to 1TB against 512GB. Get the V6 5G if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the iPhone 13 Pro Max covers the basics for less.

If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is the cheaper buy at £295 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
4.5
10 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.7" 7.95"
Display
Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution
1284 x 2778 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch
457 403
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery
4,352 mAh 5,150 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.2, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
Info unavailable 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight
238 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
- £44.99/mo (£379.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£294.99 £1997.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max HONOR Magic V6 5G HONOR Magic V6 5G
Expert Rating 4.5
10 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.7" 7.95"
Display Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 1284 x 2778 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch 457 403
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery 4,352 mAh 5,150 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions Info unavailable 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight 238 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts - £44.99/mo
£379.00 upfront
SIM-free £294.99 £1997.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max

128GB

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From £294.99

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200GB

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£44.99 per month, £379 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max uses a Liquid Retina XDR mini-LED LCD panel while the HONOR Magic V6 5G has a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V6 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 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £294.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic V6 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V6 5G use?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the HONOR Magic V6 5G 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 V6 5G?

The HONOR Magic V6 5G 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 V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the HONOR Magic V6 5G is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V6 5G run?

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic V6 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.