Apple iPhone 15 Pro vs HONOR Magic V5 5G

Our Verdict: For contract buyers, Apple iPhone 15 Pro has the cheaper starting deal at £31.00/mo (£29.00 upfront) against HONOR Magic V5 5G's £70.75/mo (£70.00 upfront). Screen quality leans toward Apple iPhone 15 Pro for sharpness, with 461 PPI compared with HONOR Magic V5 5G's 403 PPI. HONOR Magic V5 5G has the higher-resolution rear camera figure at 50MP versus Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 48MP, HONOR Magic V5 5G also has the higher-resolution front camera at 20MP against Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 12MP. Apple iPhone 15 Pro is lighter at 187g, compared with HONOR Magic V5 5G at 222g, HONOR Magic V5 5G lists the larger battery capacity, 5,820 mAh against Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 3,274 mAh. Use the listed differences to decide rather than the model names alone: Apple iPhone 15 Pro is stronger in some areas, but HONOR Magic V5 5G may suit buyers who care more about value and handling.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 15 Pro 5G works out around £629 all-in, about £673 less than the V5 5G.

Expert Rating
4.3
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 7.95"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution
1179 x 2556 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch
461 403
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A17 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
3,274 mAh 5,820 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm
Weight
187 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
£23.50/mo (£20.00 upfront) £13.00/mo (£979.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£419.00 £1133.00

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro HONOR Magic V5 5G HONOR Magic V5 5G
Expert Rating 4.3
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 7.95"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1179 x 2556 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch 461 403
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A17 Pro Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 3,274 mAh 5,820 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm
Weight 187 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 £23.50/mo
£20.00 upfront
£13.00/mo
£979.00 upfront
SIM-free £419.00 £1133.00
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 15 Pro
Apple iPhone 15 Pro

24 Months

128GB

Black Titanium

Refurbished

1GB

Data

£23.50 per month, £20 upfront.

HONOR Magic V5 5G
HONOR Magic V5 5G

24 Months

512GB

Dawn Gold

100GB

Data

£13 per month, £979 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro is cheaper on contract at £629.00 over the life of the deal from £23.50 per month with £20.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 Pro has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro uses a LTPO 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 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £419.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro and HONOR Magic V5 5G use?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is powered by the Apple A17 Pro , 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 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 35g lighter at 187 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.6 x 70.6 x 8.3 mm, and is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro or HONOR Magic V5 5G?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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 Pro and HONOR Magic V5 5G run?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro 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.