Apple iPhone Air vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Our verdict: On contract, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite works out £526.00 cheaper overall than the Apple iPhone Air. The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a bigger 6.8" screen, but the Apple iPhone Air is sharper at 444 PPI. If you'd rather buy outright, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite starts at £347.00 SIM-free. The Apple iPhone Air gives you more flexibility with 3 storage options to choose from.
Apple iPhone Air
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HONOR Magic 8 Lite
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.79" |
| Display | LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1206 x 2622 | 1200 x 2640 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 444 | 427 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 108 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 18 Megapixels | 16 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A19 Pro (3 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 512GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | 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 | 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm | 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 165 grams | 189 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 |
£29.99/mo
£159.00 upfront |
£13.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £645.99 | £347.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone Air or HONOR Magic 8 Lite cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £364.93 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone Air or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone Air's 6.5", the Apple iPhone Air has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 427, and the Apple iPhone Air uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone Air or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone Air features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a 108 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 Air or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £347.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone Air and HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone Air is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone Air and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?
The Apple iPhone Air is powered by the Apple A19 Pro (3 nm), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone Air or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone Air is the more portable of the two — it's 24g lighter at 165 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.2 x 74.7 x 5.6 mm, and is slimmer at 5.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone Air or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?
The Apple iPhone Air is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone Air and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?
The Apple iPhone Air runs Apple iOS and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.