Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro
The Magic 8 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £861 over a typical contract, £165 less than the iPhone 17 Pro.
12 reviews 4.2
10 reviews
Prices updated 18 July 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
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HONOR Magic 8 Pro
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| Expert Rating | 4.5 12 reviews |
4.2 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.71" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1206 x 2808 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 458 | 455 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| Battery | 3,988 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm | 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 206 grams | 219 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 |
£33.00/mo
£199.00 upfront |
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £931.00 | £997.00 |
| Prices updated 18 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Pro cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is cheaper on contract at £861.16 over the life of the deal from £29.99 per month with £119.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", both screens are similarly sharp at around 458 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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 17 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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 17 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £931.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Pro use?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is powered by the Apple A19 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 17 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 13g lighter at 206 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm, the HONOR Magic 8 Pro is slimmer at 8.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), 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 17 Pro and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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.