Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs HONOR Magic V6 5G
The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the cheaper one to own: around £1157 over a typical contract, £324 less than the V6 5G.
11 reviews 4.3
10 reviews
Prices updated 20 July 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
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HONOR Magic V6 5G
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| 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 |
£38.99/mo
£199.00 upfront |
£44.99/mo
£379.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1029.00 | £1997.99 |
| Prices updated 20 July 2026 | ||
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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 £1157.16 over the life of the deal from £38.99 per month with £199.00 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 £1029.00.
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.