Apple iPhone 17e vs HONOR Magic 8 Pro

Our Verdict: For buyers focused on the larger screen and a higher-resolution rear camera, the Magic 8 Pro is the more convincing choice. It backs that up with 6.7-inch LTPO OLED display, 200MP rear and 50MP front cameras and 6270mAh battery, while the iPhone 17e counters with 169g weight and 7,940 active deals. Current active deals start around £550 for the iPhone 17e, versus about £816 for the Magic 8 Pro. The ecosystem split matters too: the iPhone 17e is the iOS option and the Magic 8 Pro is the Android option. The iPhone 17e is the better fit for lower current deal pricing and a noticeably lighter body, while the Magic 8 Pro is easier to justify when your priorities lean toward the larger screen and a higher-resolution rear camera.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 17e works out around £656 all-in, about £205 less than the Magic 8 Pro.

Expert Rating
3.9
11 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.71"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1206 x 2808
Pixels Per Inch
457 455
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A19 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery
4,005 mAh 6,270 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm
Weight
169 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
£25.99/mo (£0.00 upfront) £29.99/mo (£119.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£549.99 £997.00

Prices updated 17 July 2026

Apple iPhone 17e Apple iPhone 17e HONOR Magic 8 Pro HONOR Magic 8 Pro
Expert Rating 3.9
11 reviews
4.2
10 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.71"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1206 x 2808
Pixels Per Inch 457 455
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A19 (3 nm) Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Battery 4,005 mAh 6,270 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm 161.2 x 75 x 8.3 mm
Weight 169 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 £25.99/mo
£0.00 upfront
£29.99/mo
£119.00 upfront
SIM-free £549.99 £997.00
Prices updated 17 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 17e
Apple iPhone 17e

24 Months

256GB

Soft Pink

25GB

Data

Exclusive Deal Details

£25.99 per month, with FREE phone.

Deal not available directly from Carphone Warehouse's website

HONOR Magic 8 Pro
HONOR Magic 8 Pro

24 Months

512GB

Black

100GB

Data

£29.99 per month, £119 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 17e or HONOR Magic 8 Pro cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 17e is cheaper on contract at £656.16 over the life of the deal from £25.99 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 17e or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The HONOR Magic 8 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 17e's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 17e uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 17e or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £549.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 17e and HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Pro comes in 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 17e and HONOR Magic 8 Pro use?

The Apple iPhone 17e is powered by the Apple A19 (3 nm), 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 17e or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e is the more portable of the two: it's 50g lighter at 169 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 17e or HONOR Magic 8 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e and HONOR Magic 8 Pro run?

The Apple iPhone 17e 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.