Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro
The iPhone 16 Pro Max is the cheaper one to own: around £837 over a typical contract, £81 less than the Magic 8 Pro.
11 reviews 4.2
10 reviews
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
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HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.4 11 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.9" | 6.71" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1320 x 2868 | 1206 x 2808 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 455 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 4,685 mAh | 6,270 mAh |
| Storage | 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 227 grams | 219 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£23.50/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£29.99/mo
£169.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £649.99 | £950.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £837.00 over the life of the deal from £23.50 per month with £20.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the HONOR Magic 8 Pro's 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 458 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 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 16 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £649.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, 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 16 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 8g lighter at 219 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 16 Pro Max and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 16 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.