Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs HONOR Magic V5 5G
The iPhone 15 Pro Max 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £956 over a typical contract, £347 less than the V5 5G.
12 reviews 4.3
10 reviews
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
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HONOR Magic V5 5G
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
4.3 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.7" | 7.95" |
| Display | LTPO 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 A17 Pro | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,422 mAh | 5,820 mAh |
| Storage | 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 | 159.9 x 76.7 x 8.3 mm | 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 221 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 |
£76.50/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£13.00/mo
£979.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £504.99 | £1133.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V5 5G cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £955.50 over the life of the deal from £76.50 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max's 6.7", the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 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 Max or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 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 Max or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £504.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic V5 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V5 5G use?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 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 Max or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (221 grams vs 222 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V5 5G?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 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 Max and HONOR Magic V5 5G run?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 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.