Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 48MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and there's more battery in the Magic 8 Pro, 6270mAh to 4323mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life. The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max goes up to 1TB of storage, where the Magic 8 Pro tops out at 512GB, and the Magic 8 Pro is the lighter phone at 219g against 240g. Get the Magic 8 Pro if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G covers the basics for less.
The iPhone 14 Pro Max 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £611 over a typical contract, £250 less than the Magic 8 Pro.
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Prices updated 26 July 2026
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max
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HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 10 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 6.71" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 1206 x 2808 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 455 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,323 mAh | 6,270 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 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 | 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 240 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 |
£22.75/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £359.99 | £997.00 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £611.00 over the life of the deal from £22.75 per month with £20.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max features a 48 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 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £359.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 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 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 21g lighter at 219 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max 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 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max 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.