Apple iPhone 13 vs HONOR 600 Lite

Our Verdict: The cheaper route here is iPhone 13, especially if you want to keep the overall bill down. It also brings a useful advantage: iPhone 13 has the sharper 457 PPI display. HONOR 600 Lite is still the better fit if you want the larger 6.6-inch screen, so the right choice depends on whether saving money or that premium difference matters more.

On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £375 over a full contract.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.6"
Display
OLED AMOLED
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1200 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch
457 303
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm)
Battery
3,227 mAh 6,520 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB
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
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm
Weight
173 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets)
Contracts
£13.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) £13.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£173.00 £279.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 HONOR 600 Lite HONOR 600 Lite
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.6"
Display OLED AMOLED
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1200 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch 457 303
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm)
Battery 3,227 mAh 6,520 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB
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
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm
Weight 173 grams 180 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets)
Contracts £13.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
£13.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £173.00 £279.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13
Apple iPhone 13

24 Months

128GB

Midnight

Refurbished

50GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13.99 per month, £29 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

HONOR 600 Lite
HONOR 600 Lite

24 Months

256GB

Grey

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13.99 per month, £9 upfront.

Use code: CASH2 (£2)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 600 Lite cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 600 Lite is cheaper on contract at £375.16 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 600 Lite?

The HONOR 600 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.6" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 303, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the HONOR 600 Lite has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 600 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR 600 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 or HONOR 600 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £173.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR 600 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR 600 Lite comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR 600 Lite use?

The Apple iPhone 13 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the HONOR 600 Lite uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 600 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 7g lighter at 173 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, the HONOR 600 Lite is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 600 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR 600 Lite is rated IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR 600 Lite run?

The Apple iPhone 13 runs Apple iOS and the HONOR 600 Lite runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.