Apple iPhone 12 vs HONOR 400 Lite

Our verdict: Choosing the Apple iPhone 12 on contract will save you £27.69 compared to the HONOR 400 Lite. Display is a trade-off — 6.7" on the HONOR 400 Lite versus 457 PPI on the Apple iPhone 12. On paper, the HONOR 400 Lite wins the camera battle with 108MP on the rear. Video callers will appreciate the HONOR 400 Lite and its 16MP front camera.

Expert Rating
4.3
18 reviews
3.6
3 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1170 x 2532 1080 x 2412
Pixels Per Inch
457 394
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A14 Bionic Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm)
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB 256GB
OS
iOS 14.1 Android
SIM Type
Standard 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
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm
Weight
164 grams 171 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£11.95/mo (£69.00 upfront) £9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£129.99 £227.00
Apple iPhone 12 Apple iPhone 12 HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite
Expert Rating 4.3
18 reviews
3.6
3 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1170 x 2532 1080 x 2412
Pixels Per Inch 457 394
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A14 Bionic Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm)
Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB 256GB
OS iOS 14.1 Android
SIM Type Standard 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
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm
Weight 164 grams 171 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £11.95/mo
£69.00 upfront
£9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
SIM-free £129.99 £227.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 12 or HONOR 400 Lite cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 12 is cheaper on contract at £325.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £69.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 12 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The HONOR 400 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 12's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 12 has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 394, and the Apple iPhone 12 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR 400 Lite has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 12 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 12 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR 400 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 12 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 12 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 12 and HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 12 is available in 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, while the HONOR 400 Lite comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 12 and HONOR 400 Lite use?

The Apple iPhone 12 is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic, while the HONOR 400 Lite uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 12 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 12 is the more portable of the two — it's 7g lighter at 164 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 12 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 12 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 12 and HONOR 400 Lite run?

The Apple iPhone 12 runs iOS 14.1 and the HONOR 400 Lite runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.