Apple iPhone 16 vs HONOR Magic V6 5G

Our Verdict: HONOR Magic V6 5G is the more expansive hardware choice than Apple iPhone 16, led by the bigger screen, the stronger 20MP front camera, a larger 5,150 mAh battery, and a foldable design. Apple iPhone 16 starts lower SIM-free at £474.99, roughly £1523 below HONOR Magic V6 5G; Apple iPhone 16 also has the lower contract total in the current deals; software is a real divider too, with iPhone 16 on Apple iOS and Magic V6 5G on Android; Apple iPhone 16 is also easier to find across current contract listings. Choose HONOR Magic V6 5G if you care most about the bigger screen and the stronger 20MP front camera; choose Apple iPhone 16 if the lower cost is the priority.

The iPhone 16 is the cheaper one to own: around £689 over a typical contract, £792 less than the V6 5G.

Expert Rating
4.2
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 7.95"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution
2556 x 1179 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch
461 403
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery
3,561 mAh 5,150 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight
170 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£26.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £44.99/mo (£379.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£479.99 £1997.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

Apple iPhone 16 Apple iPhone 16 HONOR Magic V6 5G HONOR Magic V6 5G
Expert Rating 4.2
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 7.95"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 2556 x 1179 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch 461 403
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery 3,561 mAh 5,150 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/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight 170 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £26.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£44.99/mo
£379.00 upfront
SIM-free £479.99 £1997.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone 16

24 Months

128GB

Black

Refurbished

Unlimited

Data

£26.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

HONOR Magic V6 5G
HONOR Magic V6 5G

24 Months

512GB

Black

200GB

Data

£44.99 per month, £379 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic V6 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 16 is cheaper on contract at £689.16 over the life of the deal from £26.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 16 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 16 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic V6 5G has a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 16 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V6 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 16 or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 16 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £479.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 16 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic V6 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR Magic V6 5G use?

The Apple iPhone 16 is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), while the HONOR Magic V6 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 49g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR Magic V6 5G is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR Magic V6 5G run?

The Apple iPhone 16 runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic V6 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.