Apple iPhone 13 Pro vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is the newer of the two, a 2026 release against the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 2021. The Magic 8 Lite has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 108MP against the iPhone 13 Pro's 12MP, plus a 16MP selfie camera against 12MP, and there's more battery in the Magic 8 Lite, 7500mAh to 3095mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The Magic 8 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.8" against 6.1", while the iPhone 13 Pro has the sharper one at 457 PPI, and the iPhone 13 Pro goes up to 1TB of storage, where the Magic 8 Lite tops out at 512GB. Only pay up for the Magic 8 Lite if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 13 Pro makes more sense.
Buying outright, the iPhone 13 Pro starts at £249 SIM-free.
11 reviews 3.8
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Apple iPhone 13 Pro
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 11 reviews |
3.8 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.79" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2532 x 1170 | 1200 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 427 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,095 mAh | 7,500 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e- SIM | Nano SIM + Nano 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 204 grams | 189 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £249.00 | £327.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 Pro has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 427, and the Apple iPhone 13 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a 108 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 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £249.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is lighter but the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is more compact. It's 15g lighter at 189 grams, though the Apple iPhone 13 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite 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 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.