Apple iPhone 13 vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro

Our Verdict: For pure hardware appeal, Magic 8 Pro gets the nod because it offers a larger 6.71-inch screen. The trade-off is that iPhone 13 gives you a lighter 173g body. Current contract pricing favours iPhone 13: roughly £199.95 over the term, compared with about £815.80 for Magic 8 Pro. The smarter choice is Magic 8 Pro for a better viewing experience, or iPhone 13 for keeping the total cost down.

The iPhone 13 is the cheaper one to own: around £387 over a typical contract, £474 less than the Magic 8 Pro.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.71"
Display
OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
2532 x 1170 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
3,227 mAh 6,270 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 16
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 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm
Weight
173 grams 219 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) £29.99/mo (£119.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£189.00 £997.00

Prices updated 24 July 2026

Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 HONOR Magic 8 Pro HONOR Magic 8 Pro
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.71"
Display OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 2532 x 1170 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 3,227 mAh 6,270 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 16
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 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm
Weight 173 grams 219 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
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront
SIM-free £189.00 £997.00
Prices updated 24 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13
Apple iPhone 13

24 Months

128GB

Midnight

Refurbished

50GB

Data

£13.99 per month, £29 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

HONOR Magic 8 Pro
HONOR Magic 8 Pro

24 Months

512GB

Black

200GB

Data

£29.99 per month, £119 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £387.16 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

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

The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a LTPO OLED.

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

The Apple iPhone 13 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 or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £189.00.

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

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

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

The Apple iPhone 13 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 or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 46g lighter at 173 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, and is slimmer at 7.65mm thick.

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

The Apple iPhone 13 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), 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 and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?

The Apple iPhone 13 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.