Apple iPhone 13 vs HONOR 400 Lite

Our verdict: Budget-conscious buyers should note the HONOR 400 Lite is £70.00 cheaper on contract than the Apple iPhone 13. If you want a bigger screen, the HONOR 400 Lite has 6.7"; if you prefer sharpness, the Apple iPhone 13 hits 457 PPI. Snap-happy users may prefer the HONOR 400 Lite and its 108MP rear camera. For video calls and selfies, the HONOR 400 Lite offers a 16MP front camera.

Screen
6.1" 6.7"
Display
OLED AMOLED
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1080 x 2412
Pixels Per Inch
457 394
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm)
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
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
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm
Weight
173 grams 171 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£14.99/mo (£49.00 upfront) £9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£169.99 £227.00
Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite
Screen 6.1" 6.7"
Display OLED AMOLED
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1080 x 2412
Pixels Per Inch 457 394
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm)
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android
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
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm
Weight 173 grams 171 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £14.99/mo
£49.00 upfront
£9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
SIM-free £169.99 £227.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 400 Lite cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 400 Lite is cheaper on contract at £352.34 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The HONOR 400 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 394, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the HONOR 400 Lite has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 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 13 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £169.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR 400 Lite comes in 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and HONOR 400 Lite use?

The Apple iPhone 13 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the HONOR 400 Lite uses the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (173 grams vs 171 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, the HONOR 400 Lite is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 or HONOR 400 Lite?

The Apple iPhone 13 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 13 and HONOR 400 Lite run?

The Apple iPhone 13 runs Apple iOS 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.