Apple iPhone 16 vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite
The Magic 8 Lite is the cheaper one to own: around £351 over a typical contract, £338 less than the iPhone 16.
12 reviews 3.8
10 reviews
Prices updated 22 July 2026
Apple iPhone 16
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 12 reviews |
3.8 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.79" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 1200 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 427 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,561 mAh | 7,500 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 15 |
| 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 | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 170 grams | 189 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 |
£26.99/mo
£19.00 upfront |
£12.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £469.00 | £327.00 |
| Prices updated 22 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £351.16 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 427, and the Apple iPhone 16 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 16 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a 108 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 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £327.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 16 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?
The Apple iPhone 16 is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 19g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?
The Apple iPhone 16 runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.