Apple iPhone 14 Plus vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a massively higher-resolution main camera, 200MP against the Apple iPhone 14 Plus's 12MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Magic 8 Pro has the bigger battery of the two, 6270mAh against 4325mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The iPhone 14 Plus 5G is the lighter phone at 203g against 219g. Get the Magic 8 Pro if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the iPhone 14 Plus 5G covers the basics for less.
Buying outright, the iPhone 14 Plus 5G starts at £240 SIM-free.
10 reviews 4.2
10 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Plus
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HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.71" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1284 x 2778 | 1206 x 2808 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 455 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,325 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 | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 203 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 | - |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £239.99 | £997.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 14 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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 14 Plus or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £239.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Plus and HONOR Magic 8 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm), 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 14 Plus or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is lighter but the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is more compact. It's 16g lighter at 203 grams, though the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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 14 Plus and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus 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.