Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs HONOR Magic V6 5G
The iPhone 17 Pro is the cheaper one to own: around £1119 over a typical contract, £362 less than the V6 5G.
12 reviews 4.3
10 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
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HONOR Magic V6 5G
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| 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 |
£44.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£44.99/mo
£379.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £899.99 | £1997.99 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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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 £1119.16 over the life of the deal from £44.99 per month with £9.00 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.