Apple iPhone 15 Plus vs HONOR Magic V5 5G
Our Verdict: The HONOR Magic V5 5G has a marginally higher-resolution main camera, 50MP against the Apple iPhone 15 Plus's 48MP, plus a 20MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the V5 5G has the bigger battery of the two, 5820mAh against 4383mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" against 6.7", while the iPhone 15 Plus 5G has the sharper one at 460 PPI, and the iPhone 15 Plus 5G is the lighter phone at 201g against 222g. Only pay up for the V5 5G if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 15 Plus 5G makes more sense.
The iPhone 15 Plus 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £845 over a typical contract, £457 less than the V5 5G.
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Apple iPhone 15 Plus
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HONOR Magic V5 5G
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 12 reviews |
4.3 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 7.95" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | Foldable LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 | 2172 x 2352 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 403 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 20 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,383 mAh | 5,820 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 512GB |
| 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/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm | 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 201 grams | 222 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m |
| Contracts |
£67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£13.00/mo
£979.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £349.00 | £1133.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or HONOR Magic V5 5G cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper on contract at £845.46 over the life of the deal from £67.33 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Plus's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 15 Plus has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 15 Plus uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic V5 5G has a Foldable LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G has a 50 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 15 Plus or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £349.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and HONOR Magic V5 5G use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
It's a trade-off: the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is lighter but the HONOR Magic V5 5G is more compact. It's 21g lighter at 201 grams, though the HONOR Magic V5 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Plus or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR Magic V5 5G is rated IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 Plus and HONOR Magic V5 5G run?
The Apple iPhone 15 Plus runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic V5 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.