Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs HONOR Magic V6 5G

Our Verdict: The clearest split between Apple iPhone 17 Pro and HONOR Magic V6 5G is portability against display quality. For the iPhone, that means a sharper 458 PPI display, its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 206g body. The HONOR is easier to recommend for a larger 8-inch screen, its Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED panel, and a larger 5,150 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the HONOR is the Android choice. Go with the iPhone for portability; lean toward the HONOR if display quality is higher on your list.

The iPhone 17 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £912 over a typical contract, £619 less than the V6 5G.

Expert Rating
4.5
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen
6.3" 7.95"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution
1206 x 2622 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
3,988 mAh 5,150 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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
150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight
206 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
£35.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £18.00/mo (£1079.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£899.99 £1997.99
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Apple iPhone 17 Pro HONOR Magic V6 5G HONOR Magic V6 5G
Expert Rating 4.5
12 reviews
4.3
10 reviews
Screen 6.3" 7.95"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 1206 x 2622 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 3,988 mAh 5,150 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 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 150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.8 mm
Weight 206 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 £35.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£18.00/mo
£1079.00 upfront
SIM-free £899.99 £1997.99
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

24 Months

256GB

Deep Blue

Refurbished

200GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£35.99 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 or HONOR Magic V6 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is cheaper on contract at £912.36 over the life of the deal from £35.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

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

The HONOR Magic V6 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro's 6.3", the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has the sharper display at 458 pixels per inch versus 403, and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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 or HONOR Magic V6 5G?

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

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £899.99.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro 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.