Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs HONOR Magic V6 5G

Our Verdict: For Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max versus HONOR Magic V6 5G, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The iPhone is ahead for display quality, with a sharper 458 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and 256GB to 2000GB storage; the HONOR is the better match for a larger 8-inch screen, its Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED panel, and a lighter 219g body. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the HONOR is the Android choice. The iPhone is the better fit for display quality, while the HONOR is the one to consider for portability.

The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the cheaper one to own: around £960 over a typical contract, £571 less than the V6 5G.

Expert Rating
4.4
11 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.9" 7.95"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution
1320 x 2868 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch
458 403
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
18 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 Pro Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery
4,823 mAh 5,150 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB 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
6.0, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight
233 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
£37.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £18.00/mo (£1079.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£899.00 £1997.99
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max HONOR Magic V6 5G HONOR Magic V6 5G
Expert Rating 4.4
11 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.9" 7.95"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 1320 x 2868 2172 x 2352
Pixels Per Inch 458 403
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 18 Megapixels 20 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 Pro Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery 4,823 mAh 5,150 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB 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 6.0, A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 163.4 x 78 x 8.8 mm 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight 233 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 £37.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£18.00/mo
£1079.00 upfront
SIM-free £899.00 £1997.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

24 Months

256GB

Deep Blue

Refurbished

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£37.99 a month, £19 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10 off)

HONOR Magic V6 5G
HONOR Magic V6 5G

24 Months

512GB

Black

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£18 a month, £1079 upfront.

Use code: 30JNOFF (£30 off)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is cheaper on contract at £960.36 over the life of the deal from £37.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max's 6.9", the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic V6 5G has a Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 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 17 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £899.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, while the HONOR Magic V6 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V6 5G use?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A19 Pro, 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 17 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The HONOR Magic V6 5G is the more portable of the two: it's 14g lighter at 219 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 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 17 Pro Max and HONOR Magic V6 5G run?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 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.