Apple iPhone 13 vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite

Our Verdict: The clearest split between Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite is display quality against portability. For the HONOR, that means a larger 6.8-inch screen, its AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 108MP rear camera. The iPhone is easier to recommend for a sharper 457 PPI display, its OLED panel, and a lighter 173g 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.

Total contract costs are about level, around £392 for either phone.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.79"
Display
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
3,227 mAh 7,500 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 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 7.65 mm 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm
Weight
173 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
£13.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£55.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£184.00 £327.00
Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 HONOR Magic 8 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
3.8
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.79"
Display 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 3,227 mAh 7,500 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 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 7.65 mm 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm
Weight 173 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 £13.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£55.00 upfront
SIM-free £184.00 £327.00
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £392.00 over the life of the deal from £13.00 per month with £55.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 427, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 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 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £184.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?

The Apple iPhone 13 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 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 16g lighter at 173 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 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 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?

The Apple iPhone 13 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.